Wadurgan - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Wadurgan is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kasinipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadurgan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadurgan is 416294. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Wadurgan 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 Wadurgan
According to the 2011 Census, Wadurgan village had a total population of 214 people, including 96 males and 118 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 88.64% and female literacy at 63.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 214 | 96 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 34 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 78 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 18 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Wadurgan
Wadurgan 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 Wadurgan
Wadurgan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Wadurgan is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Wadurgan is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadurgan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadurgan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadurgan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadurgan 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wadurgan
Where is Wadurgan located?
Wadurgan village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wadurgan?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadurgan is Kasinipadar.
What is the pincode of Wadurgan?
The pincode of Wadurgan is 762011.
What is the population of Wadurgan?
Wadurgan had a total population of 214, including 96 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Wadurgan?
Wadurgan had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadurgan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadurgan was 75.00%. Male literacy was 88.64% and female literacy was 63.46%.