Dubulia - Basta, Balasore
Dubulia is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Basta and around 40 km from Baleshwar. Barunagadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dubulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dubulia is 392445. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dubulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dubulia
According to the 2011 Census, Dubulia village had a total population of 242 people, including 119 males and 123 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.94%, with male literacy at 96.23% and female literacy at 87.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 242 | 119 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 17 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Dubulia
Dubulia 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 Dubulia
Public transport in the Dubulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dubulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Dubulia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dubulia is about 40 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 Dubulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dubulia 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 Dubulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dubulia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dubulia
Where is Dubulia located?
Dubulia village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dubulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dubulia is Barunagadia.
What is the pincode of Dubulia?
The pincode of Dubulia is 756029.
What is the population of Dubulia?
Dubulia had a total population of 242, including 119 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Dubulia?
Dubulia had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dubulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dubulia was 91.94%. Male literacy was 96.23% and female literacy was 87.62%.