Dulikana - Tusura, Balangir
Dulikana is a village situated in the Tusura tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from Tushura and around 47 km from Balangir. Gudvela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dulikana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulikana is 420489. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 767030 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dulikana 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 Dulikana
As per Census 2011, Dulikana village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 99 males and 111 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dulikana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 14 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 87 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 47 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 52 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Dulikana
Dulikana 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 Dulikana
Public transport in the Dulikana 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Dulikana is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Dulikana is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dulikana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulikana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dulikana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulikana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dulikana
Where is Dulikana located?
Dulikana village is located in Tusura Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dulikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dulikana is Gudvela.
What is the pincode of Dulikana?
The pincode of Dulikana is 767030.
What is the population of Dulikana?
Dulikana has a total population of 210, including 99 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Dulikana?
There are 63 households in Dulikana.
What is the literacy rate in Dulikana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulikana is 34.76%. Male literacy is 47.47% and female literacy is 23.42%.