Dungerikia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dungerikia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dadakangia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungerikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungerikia is 416750. The village covers a total geographical area of 408 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Dungerikia 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 Dungerikia
As per Census 2011, Dungerikia village has a total population of 436 people, consisting of 226 males and 210 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungerikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 226 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 192 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 102 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 124 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Dungerikia
Dungerikia 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 Dungerikia
Dungerikia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Dungerikia is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dungerikia is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungerikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungerikia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dungerikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungerikia 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 Dungerikia
Where is Dungerikia located?
Dungerikia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungerikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungerikia is Dadakangia.
What is the pincode of Dungerikia?
The pincode of Dungerikia is 762109.
What is the population of Dungerikia?
Dungerikia has a total population of 436, including 226 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Dungerikia?
There are 102 households in Dungerikia.
What is the literacy rate in Dungerikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungerikia is 30.96%. Male literacy is 45.13% and female literacy is 15.71%.