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
According to the 2011 Census, Duda village had a total population of 308 people, including 154 males and 154 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.64%, with male literacy at 94.20% and female literacy at 65.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 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 had a total population of 308, including 154 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Duda?
Duda had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duda was 79.64%. Male literacy was 94.20% and female literacy was 65.49%.