Dimiriguda - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Dimiriguda is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dimiriguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimiriguda is 416329. The village covers a total geographical area of 426 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dimiriguda 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 Dimiriguda
As per Census 2011, Dimiriguda village has a total population of 756 people, consisting of 385 males and 371 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 398 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dimiriguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 756 | 385 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 134 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 95 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 251 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 134 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Dimiriguda
Dimiriguda 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 Dimiriguda
Dimiriguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dimiriguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Dimiriguda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dimiriguda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dimiriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimiriguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dimiriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimiriguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dimiriguda
Where is Dimiriguda located?
Dimiriguda village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dimiriguda?
Dimiriguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dimiriguda?
The pincode of Dimiriguda is 762011.
What is the population of Dimiriguda?
Dimiriguda has a total population of 756, including 385 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Dimiriguda?
There are 183 households in Dimiriguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dimiriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimiriguda is 52.65%. Male literacy is 65.19% and female literacy is 39.62%.