Dantunuguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Dantunuguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Badapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dantunuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantunuguda is 430622. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dantunuguda 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 Dantunuguda
As per Census 2011, Dantunuguda village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 92 males and 98 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantunuguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 92 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 25 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 67 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Dantunuguda
Dantunuguda 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 Dantunuguda
Public transport in the Dantunuguda 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 Dantunuguda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Dantunuguda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dantunuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantunuguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dantunuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantunuguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dantunuguda
Where is Dantunuguda located?
Dantunuguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantunuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dantunuguda is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Dantunuguda?
The pincode of Dantunuguda is 764052.
What is the population of Dantunuguda?
Dantunuguda has a total population of 190, including 92 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Dantunuguda?
There are 59 households in Dantunuguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dantunuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantunuguda is 17.89%. Male literacy is 27.17% and female literacy is 9.18%.