Dauda - Sinapali, Nuapada
Dauda is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Nuamalpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dauda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dauda is 422176. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Dauda 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 Dauda
According to the 2011 Census, Dauda village had a total population of 212 people, including 108 males and 104 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.45%, with male literacy at 55.79% and female literacy at 34.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 212 | 108 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 55 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Dauda
Dauda 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 Dauda
Dauda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dauda is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Dauda is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dauda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dauda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dauda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dauda 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 Dauda
Where is Dauda located?
Dauda village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dauda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dauda is Nuamalpada.
What is the pincode of Dauda?
The pincode of Dauda is 766108.
What is the population of Dauda?
Dauda had a total population of 212, including 108 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Dauda?
Dauda had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dauda was 45.45%. Male literacy was 55.79% and female literacy was 34.78%.