Dhungiamunda - Sinapali, Nuapada
Dhungiamunda is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Ranimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhungiamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhungiamunda is 422154. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Dhungiamunda 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 Dhungiamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Dhungiamunda village had a total population of 188 people, including 99 males and 89 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.99%, with male literacy at 31.65% and female literacy at 22.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
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 | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 20 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 98 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 74 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Dhungiamunda
Dhungiamunda 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 Dhungiamunda
Dhungiamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dhungiamunda is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Dhungiamunda is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhungiamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhungiamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhungiamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhungiamunda 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 Dhungiamunda
Where is Dhungiamunda located?
Dhungiamunda village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhungiamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhungiamunda is Ranimunda.
What is the pincode of Dhungiamunda?
The pincode of Dhungiamunda is 766108.
What is the population of Dhungiamunda?
Dhungiamunda had a total population of 188, including 99 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Dhungiamunda?
Dhungiamunda had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhungiamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhungiamunda was 26.99%. Male literacy was 31.65% and female literacy was 22.62%.