Durgakumpa - Kandhamal
Durgakumpa is a village situated in the Kandhamal tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Phulabani and around 10 km from Phulbani. Dadaki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgakumpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgakumpa is 415446. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Durgakumpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgakumpa
According to the 2011 Census, Durgakumpa village had a total population of 73 people, including 28 males and 45 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,607 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 73 | 28 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 28 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Durgakumpa
Durgakumpa 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 Durgakumpa
Durgakumpa 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 Durgakumpa is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Durgakumpa is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgakumpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgakumpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durgakumpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgakumpa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durgakumpa
Where is Durgakumpa located?
Durgakumpa village is located in Kandhamal Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgakumpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgakumpa is Dadaki.
What is the pincode of Durgakumpa?
The pincode of Durgakumpa is 762002.
What is the population of Durgakumpa?
Durgakumpa had a total population of 73, including 28 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Durgakumpa?
Durgakumpa had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgakumpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgakumpa was 62.50%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 57.89%.