Danugan - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Danugan is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Krutamgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danugan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danugan is 416909. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Danugan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danugan
According to the 2011 Census, Danugan village had a total population of 144 people, including 64 males and 80 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.87%, with male literacy at 38.30% and female literacy at 3.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 59 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 46 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Danugan
Danugan 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 Danugan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Danugan.
| 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 Phulabani to Danugan is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Danugan is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danugan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danugan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Danugan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danugan 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 Danugan
Where is Danugan located?
Danugan village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Danugan?
The Gram Panchayat of Danugan is Krutamgarh.
What is the pincode of Danugan?
The pincode of Danugan is 762109.
What is the population of Danugan?
Danugan had a total population of 144, including 64 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Danugan?
Danugan had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danugan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danugan was 18.87%. Male literacy was 38.30% and female literacy was 3.39%.