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
As per Census 2011, Dunguiguda village has a total population of 913 people, consisting of 463 males and 450 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 611 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dunguiguda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 913, including 463 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Dunguiguda?
There are 219 households in Dunguiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dunguiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunguiguda is 50.27%. Male literacy is 66.95% and female literacy is 33.11%.