Dunguiguda - Belpara, Balangir
Dunguiguda is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunguiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunguiguda is 420939. The village covers a total geographical area of 378 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dunguiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunguiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dunguiguda village had a total population of 913 people, including 463 males and 450 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.46%, with male literacy at 75.98% and female literacy at 36.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 611.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 | 463 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 57 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 611 | 310 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 310 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 153 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Dunguiguda
Dunguiguda 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 Dunguiguda
Dunguiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Patnagarh to Dunguiguda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Dunguiguda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunguiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunguiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dunguiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunguiguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dunguiguda
Where is Dunguiguda located?
Dunguiguda village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunguiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunguiguda is Kapani.
What is the pincode of Dunguiguda?
The pincode of Dunguiguda is 767026.
What is the population of Dunguiguda?
Dunguiguda had a total population of 913, including 463 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Dunguiguda?
Dunguiguda had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunguiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunguiguda was 56.46%. Male literacy was 75.98% and female literacy was 36.79%.