Dimitiguda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Dimitiguda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jaguguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dimitiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimitiguda is 428826. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dimitiguda 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 Dimitiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dimitiguda village had a total population of 250 people, including 122 males and 128 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 6.40%, with male literacy at 11.11% and female literacy at 1.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
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 | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 111 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Dimitiguda
Dimitiguda 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 Dimitiguda
Public transport in the Dimitiguda 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 Koraput to Dimitiguda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dimitiguda is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dimitiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimitiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dimitiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimitiguda 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 Dimitiguda
Where is Dimitiguda located?
Dimitiguda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dimitiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dimitiguda is Jaguguda.
What is the pincode of Dimitiguda?
The pincode of Dimitiguda is 764027.
What is the population of Dimitiguda?
Dimitiguda had a total population of 250, including 122 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Dimitiguda?
Dimitiguda had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dimitiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimitiguda was 6.40%. Male literacy was 11.11% and female literacy was 1.92%.