Dudukaguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Dudukaguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kaniguama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudukaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudukaguda is 424394. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Dudukaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudukaguda
As per Census 2011, Dudukaguda village has a total population of 194 people, consisting of 98 males and 96 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudukaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 194 | 98 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 62 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 36 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Dudukaguda
Dudukaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parelguda | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Bendajhola | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Dhamanguda | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Tukuguda | South | 4.44 km |
| Dakakota | South-West | 5.14 km |
| Loharajore | South | 5.60 km |
| Sargiguda | South | 5.70 km |
| Pokhariguda | South | 6.55 km |
| Pokhara | South-West | 7.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dudukaguda
Public transport in the Dudukaguda 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 46.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dudukaguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dudukaguda is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudukaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudukaguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudukaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudukaguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudukaguda
Where is Dudukaguda located?
Dudukaguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudukaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudukaguda is Kaniguama.
What is the pincode of Dudukaguda?
The pincode of Dudukaguda is 766037.
What is the population of Dudukaguda?
Dudukaguda has a total population of 194, including 98 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Dudukaguda?
There are 51 households in Dudukaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dudukaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudukaguda is 51.03%. Male literacy is 63.27% and female literacy is 38.54%.