Dubia - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Dubia is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from Umarkote and around 41 km from Nabarangapur . Dangariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dubia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dubia is 427419. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dubia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dubia
According to the 2011 Census, Dubia village had a total population of 781 people, including 390 males and 391 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.28%, with male literacy at 37.42% and female literacy at 21.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 640.
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 | 781 | 390 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 640 | 319 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 116 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 274 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Dubia
Dubia 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 Dubia
Dubia 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Dubia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Dubia is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dubia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dubia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dubia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dubia 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 Dubia
Where is Dubia located?
Dubia village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dubia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dubia is Dangariguda.
What is the pincode of Dubia?
The pincode of Dubia is 764073.
What is the population of Dubia?
Dubia had a total population of 781, including 390 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Dubia?
Dubia had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dubia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dubia was 29.28%. Male literacy was 37.42% and female literacy was 21.27%.