Dudumaguda - Kundura, Koraput
Dudumaguda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kerimiti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudumaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudumaguda is 429133. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Dudumaguda 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 Dudumaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dudumaguda village had a total population of 109 people, including 52 males and 57 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.09%, with male literacy at 24.39% and female literacy at 8.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 109 | 52 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 52 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 42 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Dudumaguda
Dudumaguda 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 Dudumaguda
Public transport in the Dudumaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dudumaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Dudumaguda is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dudumaguda is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudumaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudumaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudumaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudumaguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudumaguda
Where is Dudumaguda located?
Dudumaguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudumaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudumaguda is Kerimiti.
What is the pincode of Dudumaguda?
The pincode of Dudumaguda is 764002.
What is the population of Dudumaguda?
Dudumaguda had a total population of 109, including 52 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Dudumaguda?
Dudumaguda had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudumaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudumaguda was 16.09%. Male literacy was 24.39% and female literacy was 8.70%.