Durbalguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Durbalguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Silet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durbalguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durbalguda is 424314. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Durbalguda 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 Durbalguda
According to the 2011 Census, Durbalguda village had a total population of 120 people, including 66 males and 54 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.46%, with male literacy at 42.00% and female literacy at 17.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 120 | 66 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 66 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 45 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Durbalguda
Durbalguda 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 Durbalguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Durbalguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Durbalguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Durbalguda is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durbalguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durbalguda 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 Durbalguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durbalguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durbalguda
Where is Durbalguda located?
Durbalguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durbalguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Durbalguda is Silet.
What is the pincode of Durbalguda?
The pincode of Durbalguda is 766037.
What is the population of Durbalguda?
Durbalguda had a total population of 120, including 66 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Durbalguda?
Durbalguda had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durbalguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durbalguda was 31.46%. Male literacy was 42.00% and female literacy was 17.95%.