Durkaguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Durkaguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Karatanpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durkaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durkaguda is 430339. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Durkaguda 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 Durkaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Durkaguda village had a total population of 195 people, including 99 males and 96 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.66%, with male literacy at 22.78% and female literacy at 28.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 97 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 81 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Durkaguda
Durkaguda 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 Durkaguda
Durkaguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Malkangiri to Durkaguda is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Durkaguda is about 83 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 Durkaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durkaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Durkaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durkaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durkaguda
Where is Durkaguda located?
Durkaguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durkaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Durkaguda is Karatanpalli.
What is the pincode of Durkaguda?
The pincode of Durkaguda is 764044.
What is the population of Durkaguda?
Durkaguda had a total population of 195, including 99 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Durkaguda?
Durkaguda had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durkaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durkaguda was 25.66%. Male literacy was 22.78% and female literacy was 28.77%.