Dunguripali - Belpara, Balangir
Dunguripali is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Nunhad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunguripali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunguripali is 420954. The village covers a total geographical area of 379 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dunguripali 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 Dunguripali
As per Census 2011, Dunguripali village has a total population of 1,378 people, consisting of 712 males and 666 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 676 literate and 702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dunguripali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,378 | 712 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 122 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 430 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 282 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Dunguripali
Dunguripali 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 Dunguripali
Public transport in the Dunguripali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Dunguripali is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Dunguripali is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunguripali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunguripali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dunguripali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunguripali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dunguripali
Where is Dunguripali located?
Dunguripali village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunguripali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunguripali is Nunhad.
What is the pincode of Dunguripali?
The pincode of Dunguripali is 767026.
What is the population of Dunguripali?
Dunguripali has a total population of 1,378, including 712 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Dunguripali?
There are 347 households in Dunguripali.
What is the literacy rate in Dunguripali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunguripali is 49.06%. Male literacy is 60.39% and female literacy is 36.94%.