Dudheda - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Dudheda is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Chandur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudheda is 450783. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.28 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dudheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudheda
As per Census 2011, Dudheda village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 168 males and 174 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 168 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 104 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 126 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Dudheda
Dudheda 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 Dudheda
Dudheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopalpattanam to Dudheda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Dudheda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dudheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudheda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dudheda
Where is Dudheda located?
Dudheda village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudheda is Chandur.
What is the pincode of Dudheda?
The pincode of Dudheda is 494448.
What is the population of Dudheda?
Dudheda has a total population of 342, including 168 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Dudheda?
There are 121 households in Dudheda.
What is the literacy rate in Dudheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudheda is 20.47%. Male literacy is 25.00% and female literacy is 16.09%.