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
According to the 2011 Census, Dongorchinchi village had a total population of 1,086 people, including 483 males and 603 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 1,248 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.69%, with male literacy at 61.52% and female literacy at 45.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 980.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,086, including 483 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Dongorchinchi?
Dongorchinchi had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dongorchinchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dongorchinchi was 52.69%. Male literacy was 61.52% and female literacy was 45.79%.