Dimbaguda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Dimbaguda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Garidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dimbaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimbaguda is 428703. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Dimbaguda 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 Dimbaguda
As per Census 2011, Dimbaguda village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 156 males and 173 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 307 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dimbaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 156 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 146 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 90 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 66 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Dimbaguda
Dimbaguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Belaput | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Danijhola | South | 1.53 km |
| Gajabari | East | 1.76 km |
| Durungiloraguda | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Rutupai | North | 1.94 km |
| Dumadangar | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Bilamala | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Garidi | West | 2.23 km |
| Utkapadu | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Palaka | South | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dimbaguda
Dimbaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ladda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.9 km.
| 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 Koraput to Dimbaguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dimbaguda is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dimbaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimbaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dimbaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimbaguda 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 Dimbaguda
Where is Dimbaguda located?
Dimbaguda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dimbaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dimbaguda is Garidi.
What is the pincode of Dimbaguda?
The pincode of Dimbaguda is 764027.
What is the population of Dimbaguda?
Dimbaguda has a total population of 329, including 156 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Dimbaguda?
There are 66 households in Dimbaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dimbaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimbaguda is 47.42%. Male literacy is 57.69% and female literacy is 38.15%.