Doliguda - Machh Kund, Koraput
Doliguda is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Lamtaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doliguda is 429536. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Doliguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Doliguda
As per Census 2011, Doliguda village has a total population of 300 people, consisting of 155 males and 145 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doliguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 155 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 98 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 57 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Doliguda
Doliguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malenga | West | 1.08 km |
| Kantigada | East | 1.55 km |
| Brahmaniput | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Potenda | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Sankai | North | 2.00 km |
| Changudipada | South | 2.37 km |
| Gomalput | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Doragoda | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Tusuba | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Sindhiput | North | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doliguda
Public transport in the Doliguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Doliguda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Doliguda is about 59 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 Doliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doliguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Doliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doliguda 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 Doliguda
Where is Doliguda located?
Doliguda village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Doliguda is Lamtaput.
What is the pincode of Doliguda?
The pincode of Doliguda is 764040.
What is the population of Doliguda?
Doliguda has a total population of 300, including 155 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Doliguda?
There are 73 households in Doliguda.
What is the literacy rate in Doliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doliguda is 59.00%. Male literacy is 63.23% and female literacy is 54.48%.