Dhuruguda - Kundura, Koraput
Dhuruguda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Asana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuruguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuruguda is 429158. The village covers a total geographical area of 506 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dhuruguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuruguda
As per Census 2011, Dhuruguda village has a total population of 1,171 people, consisting of 576 males and 595 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 793 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 486 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuruguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,171 | 576 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 109 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 122 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 238 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 239 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 793 | 337 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuruguda
Dhuruguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kerimity | North | 2.46 km |
| Kadalimunda | East | 2.79 km |
| Asana | South | 3.26 km |
| Heruguda | East | 4.78 km |
| Limma | South-East | 4.86 km |
| Ghiuriaguda | South | 5.18 km |
| Jamukonadi | North-East | 5.62 km |
| Jhiligan | South-East | 5.96 km |
| Krupakote | North | 6.22 km |
| Kundura | East | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhuruguda
Dhuruguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.5 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 Sunabeda to Dhuruguda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dhuruguda is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuruguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuruguda 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 Dhuruguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuruguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhuruguda
Where is Dhuruguda located?
Dhuruguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuruguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuruguda is Asana.
What is the pincode of Dhuruguda?
The pincode of Dhuruguda is 764002.
What is the population of Dhuruguda?
Dhuruguda has a total population of 1,171, including 576 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Dhuruguda?
There are 286 households in Dhuruguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuruguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuruguda is 32.28%. Male literacy is 41.49% and female literacy is 23.36%.