Dudhapalli - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Dudhapalli is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 89 km from Paparmetla and around 88 km from Malkangiri . Papermetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudhapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhapalli is 430675. The village covers a total geographical area of 1103 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dudhapalli 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 Dudhapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Dudhapalli village had a total population of 280 people, including 146 males and 134 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.80%, with male literacy at 7.62% and female literacy at 9.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 279.
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 | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 41 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 146 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 138 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhapalli
Dudhapalli 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 Dudhapalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dudhapalli.
| 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 Dudhapalli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Dudhapalli is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhapalli 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 Dudhapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhapalli 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 Dudhapalli
Where is Dudhapalli located?
Dudhapalli village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudhapalli is Papermetla.
What is the pincode of Dudhapalli?
The pincode of Dudhapalli is 764051.
What is the population of Dudhapalli?
Dudhapalli had a total population of 280, including 146 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Dudhapalli?
Dudhapalli had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhapalli was 8.80%. Male literacy was 7.62% and female literacy was 9.91%.