Dudukamunda (Khurd) - Boden, Nuapada
Dudukamunda (Khurd) is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Khariar and around 79 km from Nuapada. Palsada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudukamunda (Khurd) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudukamunda (Khurd) is 422067. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 766107 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dudukamunda (Khurd) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudukamunda (Khurd)
According to the 2011 Census, Dudukamunda (Khurd) village had a total population of 674 people, including 311 males and 363 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.41%, with male literacy at 82.13% and female literacy at 56.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 674 | 311 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 48 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 135 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 216 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 95 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Dudukamunda (Khurd)
Dudukamunda (Khurd) 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 Dudukamunda (Khurd)
Dudukamunda (Khurd) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Dudukamunda (Khurd) is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Dudukamunda (Khurd) is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudukamunda (Khurd)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudukamunda (Khurd) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dudukamunda (Khurd)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudukamunda (Khurd) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dudukamunda (Khurd)
Where is Dudukamunda (Khurd) located?
Dudukamunda (Khurd) village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudukamunda (Khurd)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudukamunda (Khurd) is Palsada.
What is the pincode of Dudukamunda (Khurd)?
The pincode of Dudukamunda (Khurd) is 766107.
What is the population of Dudukamunda (Khurd)?
Dudukamunda (Khurd) had a total population of 674, including 311 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Dudukamunda (Khurd)?
Dudukamunda (Khurd) had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudukamunda (Khurd)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudukamunda (Khurd) was 68.41%. Male literacy was 82.13% and female literacy was 56.01%.