Dumurkola - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Dumurkola is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Raghunathpur and around 70.4 km from Purulia. Nutandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumurkola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumurkola is 330229. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.34 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dumurkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumurkola
As per Census 2011, Dumurkola village has a total population of 2,115 people, consisting of 1,095 males and 1,020 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,291 literate and 824 illiterate residents. Additionally, 592 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumurkola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,115 | 1,095 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 203 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 311 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 1,291 | 758 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 824 | 337 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Dumurkola
Dumurkola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dumurkola
Public transport in the Dumurkola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dumurkola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Dumurkola is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Dumurkola is about 70.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumurkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumurkola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dumurkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumurkola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumurkola
Where is Dumurkola located?
Dumurkola village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumurkola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumurkola is Nutandih.
What is the pincode of Dumurkola?
The pincode of Dumurkola is 723133.
What is the population of Dumurkola?
Dumurkola has a total population of 2,115, including 1,095 males and 1,020 females.
How many households are there in Dumurkola?
There are 373 households in Dumurkola.
What is the literacy rate in Dumurkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumurkola is 61.04%. Male literacy is 69.22% and female literacy is 52.25%.