Dhulgumi - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Dhulgumi is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Garidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhulgumi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhulgumi is 428752. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dhulgumi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhulgumi
As per Census 2011, Dhulgumi village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 105 males and 102 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhulgumi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 105 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 105 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 101 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Dhulgumi
Dhulgumi 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 Dhulgumi
Dhulgumi 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 | 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 Rayagada to Dhulgumi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dhulgumi is about 135 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 Dhulgumi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhulgumi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhulgumi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhulgumi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhulgumi
Where is Dhulgumi located?
Dhulgumi village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhulgumi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhulgumi is Garidi.
What is the pincode of Dhulgumi?
The pincode of Dhulgumi is 764027.
What is the population of Dhulgumi?
Dhulgumi has a total population of 207, including 105 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Dhulgumi?
There are 56 households in Dhulgumi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhulgumi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhulgumi is 2.42%. Male literacy is 3.81% and female literacy is 0.98%.