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)
As per Census 2011, Dudukamunda (Khurd) village has a total population of 674 people, consisting of 311 males and 363 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 1,167 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudukamunda (Khurd) are given below:
| 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) has a total population of 674, including 311 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Dudukamunda (Khurd)?
There are 151 households in Dudukamunda (Khurd).
What is the literacy rate in Dudukamunda (Khurd)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudukamunda (Khurd) is 56.23%. Male literacy is 69.45% and female literacy is 44.90%.