Dutimendi - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Dutimendi is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dutimendi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dutimendi is 415636. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dutimendi 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 Dutimendi
According to the 2011 Census, Dutimendi village had a total population of 980 people, including 490 males and 490 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.92%, with male literacy at 91.47% and female literacy at 66.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 413, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 440.
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 | 980 | 490 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 203 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 225 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 397 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 93 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Dutimendi
Dutimendi 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 Dutimendi
Dutimendi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Dutimendi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dutimendi is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dutimendi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dutimendi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dutimendi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dutimendi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dutimendi
Where is Dutimendi located?
Dutimendi village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dutimendi?
Dutimendi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dutimendi?
The pincode of Dutimendi is 762012.
What is the population of Dutimendi?
Dutimendi had a total population of 980, including 490 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Dutimendi?
Dutimendi had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dutimendi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dutimendi was 78.92%. Male literacy was 91.47% and female literacy was 66.36%.