Dudimila - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Dudimila is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 147 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sartulu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudimila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudimila is 417140. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 126 km away.
Dudimila 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 Dudimila
According to the 2011 Census, Dudimila village had a total population of 373 people, including 194 males and 179 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.84%, with male literacy at 44.03% and female literacy at 25.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 314.
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 | 373 | 194 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 165 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 70 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 124 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Dudimila
Dudimila 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 Dudimila
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dudimila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dudimila is about 126 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dudimila is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudimila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudimila 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 Dudimila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudimila 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 Dudimila
Where is Dudimila located?
Dudimila village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dudimila?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudimila is Sartulu.
What is the pincode of Dudimila?
The pincode of Dudimila is 762105.
What is the population of Dudimila?
Dudimila had a total population of 373, including 194 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Dudimila?
Dudimila had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudimila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudimila was 34.84%. Male literacy was 44.03% and female literacy was 25.17%.