Duraguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Duraguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Dalapatiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duraguda is 430402. The village covers a total geographical area of 532 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Duraguda 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 Duraguda
According to the 2011 Census, Duraguda village had a total population of 771 people, including 385 males and 386 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.40%, with male literacy at 69.58% and female literacy at 31.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 674.
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 | 771 | 385 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 674 | 331 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 215 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 170 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Duraguda
Duraguda 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 Duraguda
Duraguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jeypur to Duraguda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Duraguda is about 69 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 Duraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duraguda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Duraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duraguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Duraguda
Where is Duraguda located?
Duraguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Duraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Duraguda is Dalapatiguda.
What is the pincode of Duraguda?
The pincode of Duraguda is 764044.
What is the population of Duraguda?
Duraguda had a total population of 771, including 385 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Duraguda?
Duraguda had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duraguda was 50.40%. Male literacy was 69.58% and female literacy was 31.65%.