Duba - Raikia, Kandhamal
Duba is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Indragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duba is 417595. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Duba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duba
According to the 2011 Census, Duba village had a total population of 175 people, including 78 males and 97 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,244 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.68%, with male literacy at 32.79% and female literacy at 13.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 175 | 78 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 77 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 58 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Duba
Duba 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 Duba
Public transport in the Duba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Duba is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Duba is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Duba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duba 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 Duba
Where is Duba located?
Duba village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Duba?
The Gram Panchayat of Duba is Indragarh.
What is the pincode of Duba?
The pincode of Duba is 762021.
What is the population of Duba?
Duba had a total population of 175, including 78 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Duba?
Duba had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duba was 21.68%. Male literacy was 32.79% and female literacy was 13.41%.