Durgapanga - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Durgapanga is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Durgapanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapanga is 417230. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Durgapanga 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 Durgapanga
As per Census 2011, Durgapanga village has a total population of 710 people, consisting of 291 males and 419 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,439 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 279 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 710 | 291 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 19 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 97 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 188 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 103 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapanga
Durgapanga 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 Durgapanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Durgapanga.
| 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 Rayagada to Durgapanga is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Durgapanga is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapanga 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 Durgapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Durgapanga
Where is Durgapanga located?
Durgapanga village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapanga?
Durgapanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgapanga?
The pincode of Durgapanga is 762105.
What is the population of Durgapanga?
Durgapanga has a total population of 710, including 291 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Durgapanga?
There are 114 households in Durgapanga.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapanga is 62.96%. Male literacy is 64.60% and female literacy is 61.81%.