Durungi - Nuagaon, Nayagarh
Durungi is a village situated in the Nuagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nuagaon and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Jakeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durungi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durungi is 405859. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 752083 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Durungi 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 Durungi
According to the 2011 Census, Durungi village had a total population of 113 people, including 61 males and 52 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.21%, with male literacy at 74.00% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 37 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 24 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Durungi
Durungi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimiria | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Muthagadia | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Badibari | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Bagiamba | North | 2.19 km |
| Jakada | East | 2.38 km |
| Damatalau | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Luni | North | 3.02 km |
| Dugudi | North | 3.31 km |
| Ganderi | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Bateni | North-West | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durungi
Public transport in the Durungi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Solari, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Durungi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durungi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Durungi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durungi 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 Durungi
Where is Durungi located?
Durungi village is located in Nuagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durungi?
The Gram Panchayat of Durungi is Jakeda.
What is the pincode of Durungi?
The pincode of Durungi is 752083.
What is the population of Durungi?
Durungi had a total population of 113, including 61 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Durungi?
Durungi had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durungi was 64.21%. Male literacy was 74.00% and female literacy was 53.33%.