Dhungiapankal - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Dhungiapankal is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhungiapankal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhungiapankal is 416904. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Dhungiapankal 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 Dhungiapankal
As per Census 2011, Dhungiapankal village has a total population of 134 people, consisting of 62 males and 72 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,161 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhungiapankal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 62 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 23 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Dhungiapankal
Dhungiapankal 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 Dhungiapankal
Dhungiapankal 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 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Dhungiapankal is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dhungiapankal is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhungiapankal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhungiapankal 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhungiapankal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhungiapankal 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 Dhungiapankal
Where is Dhungiapankal located?
Dhungiapankal village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhungiapankal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhungiapankal is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Dhungiapankal?
The pincode of Dhungiapankal is 762107.
What is the population of Dhungiapankal?
Dhungiapankal has a total population of 134, including 62 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Dhungiapankal?
There are 39 households in Dhungiapankal.
What is the literacy rate in Dhungiapankal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhungiapankal is 52.24%. Male literacy is 62.90% and female literacy is 43.06%.