Dudukel - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Dudukel is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Udeshrunga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudukel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudukel is 423857. The village covers a total geographical area of 552 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dudukel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudukel
As per Census 2011, Dudukel village has a total population of 1,029 people, consisting of 499 males and 530 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudukel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,029 | 499 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 65 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 106 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 284 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 215 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Dudukel
Dudukel is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Grindul | West | 2.64 km |
| Tingipadar | East | 2.85 km |
| Kuresiuni | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Tendopani | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Dungariguda | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Sukunimunda | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Mirimiri | East | 3.49 km |
| Banjipadar | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Mukundapur | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Baijalpur | South | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dudukel
Dudukel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Dudukel is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dudukel is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudukel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudukel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dudukel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudukel 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dudukel
Where is Dudukel located?
Dudukel village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudukel?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudukel is Udeshrunga.
What is the pincode of Dudukel?
The pincode of Dudukel is 766016.
What is the population of Dudukel?
Dudukel has a total population of 1,029, including 499 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Dudukel?
There are 270 households in Dudukel.
What is the literacy rate in Dudukel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudukel is 44.90%. Male literacy is 56.91% and female literacy is 33.58%.