Dongorchinchi - Jeypore, Koraput
Dongorchinchi is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dangarachinchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dongorchinchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dongorchinchi is 429101. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 764003 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Dongorchinchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dongorchinchi
As per Census 2011, Dongorchinchi village has a total population of 1,086 people, consisting of 483 males and 603 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 1,248 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 980 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dongorchinchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,086 | 483 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 980 | 430 | 550 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 251 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 232 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Dongorchinchi
Dongorchinchi 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 Dongorchinchi
Public transport in the Dongorchinchi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Dongorchinchi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Dongorchinchi is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dongorchinchi is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dongorchinchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dongorchinchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dongorchinchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dongorchinchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dongorchinchi
Where is Dongorchinchi located?
Dongorchinchi village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dongorchinchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dongorchinchi is Dangarachinchi.
What is the pincode of Dongorchinchi?
The pincode of Dongorchinchi is 764003.
What is the population of Dongorchinchi?
Dongorchinchi has a total population of 1,086, including 483 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Dongorchinchi?
There are 248 households in Dongorchinchi.
What is the literacy rate in Dongorchinchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongorchinchi is 45.12%. Male literacy is 51.97% and female literacy is 39.64%.