Dukura - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Dukura is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Dukura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dukura is 390783. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 757075 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dukura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dukura
As per Census 2011, Dukura village has a total population of 1,929 people, consisting of 934 males and 995 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,416 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 500 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 339 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dukura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,929 | 934 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 97 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 248 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 149 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 741 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 193 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Dukura
Dukura 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 Dukura
Dukura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Dukura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Dukura is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dukura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dukura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dukura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dukura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dukura
Where is Dukura located?
Dukura village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dukura?
Dukura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dukura?
The pincode of Dukura is 757075.
What is the population of Dukura?
Dukura has a total population of 1,929, including 934 males and 995 females.
How many households are there in Dukura?
There are 498 households in Dukura.
What is the literacy rate in Dukura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dukura is 73.41%. Male literacy is 79.34% and female literacy is 67.84%.