Dulung - Kadam, Lakhimpur
Dulung is a village situated in the Kadam subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. Podumoni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dulung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulung is 287923. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 787032 pincode. North Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dulung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhimpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dulung
As per Census 2011, Dulung village has a total population of 20 people, consisting of 12 males and 8 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 666 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 5 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dulung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Dulung
Dulung 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 Dulung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dulung.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from North Lakhimpur to Dulung is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dulung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dulung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dulung
Where is Dulung located?
Dulung village is located in Kadam Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dulung?
The Gram Panchayat of Dulung is Podumoni.
What is the pincode of Dulung?
The pincode of Dulung is 787032.
What is the population of Dulung?
Dulung has a total population of 20, including 12 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Dulung?
There are 8 households in Dulung.
What is the literacy rate in Dulung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulung is 75.00%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 62.50%.