Duda - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Duda is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from Banigochha and around 83 km from Nayagarh . Duda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duda is 405719. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 752089 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Duda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duda
As per Census 2011, Duda village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 154 males and 154 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Duda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 154 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 55 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 50 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 130 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 24 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Duda
Duda 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 Duda
Duda 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 Nayagarh to Duda is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Duda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duda 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 Duda
Where is Duda located?
Duda village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duda?
Duda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Duda?
The pincode of Duda is 752089.
What is the population of Duda?
Duda has a total population of 308, including 154 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Duda?
There are 83 households in Duda.
What is the literacy rate in Duda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duda is 72.40%. Male literacy is 84.42% and female literacy is 60.39%.