Dungipunga
Dungipunga is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Palsijharan is the gram panchayat of Dungipunga village.
Here you can discover what makes Dungipunga unique in its vibrant Sadar-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Dungipunga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dungipunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dungipunga is 423290. The village spans a total geographical area of 214 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766001. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Dungipunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dungipunga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dungipunga
Population of Dungipunga
According to the 2011 Census, Dungipunga has a total population of about 540, with approximately 260 males and 280 females. The sex ratio is around 1076 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 402. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.37%, with male literacy at about 58.08% and female literacy near 33.57%. There are around 114 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dungipunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 540 | 260 | 280 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 59 | 70 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 198 | 204 |
Literate Population | 245 | 151 | 94 |
Illiterate Population | 295 | 109 | 186 |
Connectivity of Dungipunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dungipunga. As per the 2011 stats, Dungipunga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dungipunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Dungipunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dungipunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dungipunga
- Where is Dungipunga located?
- Dungipunga village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dungipunga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dungipunga is Palsijharan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dungipunga?
- The pincode of Dungipunga is 766001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dungipunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dungipunga is 540, with 260 males and 280 females.
- How many households are there in Dungipunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dungipunga village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dungipunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dungipunga is 45.37%. The male literacy rate is 58.08%, while the female literacy rate is 33.57%.