Doraguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Doraguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Jodamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doraguda is 430636. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Doraguda 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 Doraguda
As per Census 2011, Doraguda village has a total population of 788 people, consisting of 344 males and 444 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 1,290 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 765 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 788 | 344 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 67 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 2 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 765 | 341 | 424 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 161 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 183 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Doraguda
Doraguda 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 Doraguda
Doraguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Doraguda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Doraguda is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doraguda 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 Doraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doraguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doraguda
Where is Doraguda located?
Doraguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Doraguda is Jodamba.
What is the pincode of Doraguda?
The pincode of Doraguda is 764052.
What is the population of Doraguda?
Doraguda has a total population of 788, including 344 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Doraguda?
There are 174 households in Doraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Doraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doraguda is 33.25%. Male literacy is 46.80% and female literacy is 22.75%.