Dungura - Khaira, Balasore
Dungura is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Khaira and around 71 km from Baleshwar. Dungura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungura is 393657. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 756182 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dungura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungura
According to the 2011 Census, Dungura village had a total population of 186 people, including 92 males and 94 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.25%, with male literacy at 63.38% and female literacy at 49.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 186 | 92 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 47 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Dungura
Dungura 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 Dungura
Dungura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Dungura is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dungura is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dungura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dungura
Where is Dungura located?
Dungura village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dungura?
Dungura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungura?
The pincode of Dungura is 756182.
What is the population of Dungura?
Dungura had a total population of 186, including 92 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Dungura?
Dungura had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungura was 56.25%. Male literacy was 63.38% and female literacy was 49.32%.