Dasugan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dasugan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parampanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dasugan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dasugan is 416721. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Dasugan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dasugan
According to the 2011 Census, Dasugan village had a total population of 77 people, including 37 males and 40 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.67%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 10.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 27 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Dasugan
Dasugan 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 Dasugan
Public transport in the Dasugan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Dasugan is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dasugan is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dasugan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dasugan 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 Dasugan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dasugan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dasugan
Where is Dasugan located?
Dasugan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dasugan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dasugan is Parampanga.
What is the pincode of Dasugan?
The pincode of Dasugan is 762103.
What is the population of Dasugan?
Dasugan had a total population of 77, including 37 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Dasugan?
Dasugan had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dasugan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasugan was 21.67%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 10.00%.