Dukhapalli - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Dukhapalli is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Balabhadraprasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dukhapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dukhapalli is 405968. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dukhapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dukhapalli
As per Census 2011, Dukhapalli village has a total population of 615 people, consisting of 330 males and 285 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dukhapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 615 | 330 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 273 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 57 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Dukhapalli
Dukhapalli 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 Dukhapalli
Dukhapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nayagarh to Dukhapalli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dukhapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dukhapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dukhapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dukhapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dukhapalli
Where is Dukhapalli located?
Dukhapalli village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dukhapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dukhapalli is Balabhadraprasad.
What is the pincode of Dukhapalli?
The pincode of Dukhapalli is 752077.
What is the population of Dukhapalli?
Dukhapalli has a total population of 615, including 330 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Dukhapalli?
There are 158 households in Dukhapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Dukhapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dukhapalli is 74.96%. Male literacy is 82.73% and female literacy is 65.96%.