Durukaput - Nandapur, Koraput
Durukaput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Nandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durukaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durukaput is 429823. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Durukaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durukaput
According to the 2011 Census, Durukaput village had a total population of 72 people, including 40 males and 32 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.88%, with male literacy at 67.74% and female literacy at 30.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 19 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Durukaput
Durukaput 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 Durukaput
Public transport in the Durukaput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Durukaput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Durukaput is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Durukaput is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durukaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durukaput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durukaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durukaput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durukaput
Where is Durukaput located?
Durukaput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durukaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Durukaput is Nandapur.
What is the pincode of Durukaput?
The pincode of Durukaput is 764037.
What is the population of Durukaput?
Durukaput had a total population of 72, including 40 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Durukaput?
Durukaput had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durukaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durukaput was 50.88%. Male literacy was 67.74% and female literacy was 30.77%.