Durudura - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Durudura is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Taladandikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durudura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durudura is 416425. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Durudura 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 Durudura
According to the 2011 Census, Durudura village had a total population of 51 people, including 23 males and 28 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,217 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.55%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 65.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 3 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Durudura
Durudura 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 Durudura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Durudura.
| 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 Durudura is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Durudura is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durudura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durudura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Durudura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durudura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durudura
Where is Durudura located?
Durudura village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durudura?
The Gram Panchayat of Durudura is Taladandikia.
What is the pincode of Durudura?
The pincode of Durudura is 762011.
What is the population of Durudura?
Durudura had a total population of 51, including 23 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Durudura?
Durudura had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durudura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durudura was 79.55%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 65.22%.