Dharamaguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Dharamaguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Ralegada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharamaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharamaguda is 430671. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Dharamaguda 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 Dharamaguda
As per Census 2011, Dharamaguda village has a total population of 23 people, consisting of 11 males and 12 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharamaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Dharamaguda
Dharamaguda 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 Dharamaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dharamaguda.
| 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 Dharamaguda is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Dharamaguda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharamaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharamaguda 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 Dharamaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharamaguda 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 Dharamaguda
Where is Dharamaguda located?
Dharamaguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharamaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharamaguda is Ralegada.
What is the pincode of Dharamaguda?
The pincode of Dharamaguda is 764052.
What is the population of Dharamaguda?
Dharamaguda has a total population of 23, including 11 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Dharamaguda?
There are 6 households in Dharamaguda.