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
According to the 2011 Census, Dugam village had a total population of 112 people, including 65 males and 47 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 723 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.98%, with male literacy at 18.18% and female literacy at 7.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 112, including 65 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Dugam?
Dugam had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugam was 13.98%. Male literacy was 18.18% and female literacy was 7.89%.