Durakaguda - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Durakaguda is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Duarsuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durakaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durakaguda is 428424. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Durakaguda 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 Durakaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Durakaguda village had a total population of 182 people, including 86 males and 96 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.63%, with male literacy at 8.00% and female literacy at 3.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
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 | 182 | 86 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 77 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 80 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Durakaguda
Durakaguda 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 Durakaguda
Public transport in the Durakaguda 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 Kotpad to Durakaguda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Durakaguda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durakaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durakaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Durakaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durakaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durakaguda
Where is Durakaguda located?
Durakaguda village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durakaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Durakaguda is Duarsuni.
What is the pincode of Durakaguda?
The pincode of Durakaguda is 764028.
What is the population of Durakaguda?
Durakaguda had a total population of 182, including 86 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Durakaguda?
Durakaguda had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durakaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durakaguda was 5.63%. Male literacy was 8.00% and female literacy was 3.53%.