Dunguripali - Saintala, Balangir
Dunguripali is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Budabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunguripali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunguripali is 421139. The village covers a total geographical area of 345 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunguripali
According to the 2011 Census, Dunguripali village had a total population of 503 people, including 244 males and 259 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.63%, with male literacy at 77.73% and female literacy at 62.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 503 | 244 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 164 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 80 | 118 |
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
Dunguripali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dunguripali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Dunguripali is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Dunguripali is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dunguripali
Where is Dunguripali located?
Dunguripali village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunguripali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunguripali is Budabahal.
What is the pincode of Dunguripali?
The pincode of Dunguripali is 767032.
What is the population of Dunguripali?
Dunguripali had a total population of 503, including 244 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Dunguripali?
Dunguripali had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunguripali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunguripali was 69.63%. Male literacy was 77.73% and female literacy was 62.11%.