Dutukagam - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Dutukagam is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Katimaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dutukagam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dutukagam is 415928. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dutukagam 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 Dutukagam
As per Census 2011, Dutukagam village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 85 males and 81 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dutukagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 85 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 57 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 28 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Dutukagam
Dutukagam 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 Dutukagam
Public transport in the Dutukagam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Dutukagam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dutukagam is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dutukagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dutukagam 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dutukagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dutukagam 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dutukagam
Where is Dutukagam located?
Dutukagam village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dutukagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Dutukagam is Katimaha.
What is the pincode of Dutukagam?
The pincode of Dutukagam is 762010.
What is the population of Dutukagam?
Dutukagam has a total population of 166, including 85 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Dutukagam?
There are 44 households in Dutukagam.
What is the literacy rate in Dutukagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dutukagam is 54.22%. Male literacy is 67.06% and female literacy is 40.74%.