Dugam - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Dugam is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Borigi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugam is 428668. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Dugam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugam
As per Census 2011, Dugam village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 65 males and 47 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 723 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 60 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 55 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Dugam
Dugam 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 Dugam
Public transport in the Dugam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sunabeda to Dugam is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dugam is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugam 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dugam
Where is Dugam located?
Dugam village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugam?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugam is Borigi.
What is the pincode of Dugam?
The pincode of Dugam is 764014.
What is the population of Dugam?
Dugam has a total population of 112, including 65 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Dugam?
There are 21 households in Dugam.
What is the literacy rate in Dugam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugam is 11.61%. Male literacy is 15.38% and female literacy is 6.38%.