Dudukaranja - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Dudukaranja is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dudkaranja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudukaranja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudukaranja is 422687. The village covers a total geographical area of 349 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Dudukaranja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudukaranja
According to the 2011 Census, Dudukaranja village had a total population of 381 people, including 198 males and 183 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.17%, with male literacy at 79.76% and female literacy at 46.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
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 | 381 | 198 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 63 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 100 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 134 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 64 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Dudukaranja
Dudukaranja 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 Dudukaranja
Dudukaranja is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kesinga to Dudukaranja is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dudukaranja is about 70 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 Dudukaranja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudukaranja 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dudukaranja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudukaranja 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dudukaranja
Where is Dudukaranja located?
Dudukaranja village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dudukaranja?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudukaranja is Dudkaranja.
What is the pincode of Dudukaranja?
The pincode of Dudukaranja is 766100.
What is the population of Dudukaranja?
Dudukaranja had a total population of 381, including 198 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Dudukaranja?
Dudukaranja had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudukaranja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudukaranja was 63.17%. Male literacy was 79.76% and female literacy was 46.39%.