Dabuguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Dabuguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 130 km from Paparmetla and around 165 km from Malkangiri . Parkhanmalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabuguda is 430743. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Dabuguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dabuguda village had a total population of 50 people, including 25 males and 25 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.37%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Dabuguda
Dabuguda 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 Dabuguda
Public transport in the Dabuguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Dabuguda is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Dabuguda is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabuguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dabuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabuguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dabuguda
Where is Dabuguda located?
Dabuguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabuguda is Parkhanmalla.
What is the pincode of Dabuguda?
The pincode of Dabuguda is 764051.
What is the population of Dabuguda?
Dabuguda had a total population of 50, including 25 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Dabuguda?
Dabuguda had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dabuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabuguda was 97.37%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.