Dhuanbadi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Dhuanbadi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Durgi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuanbadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuanbadi is 425430. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Dhuanbadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuanbadi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhuanbadi village had a total population of 111 people, including 48 males and 63 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.74%, with male literacy at 46.15% and female literacy at 26.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 111.
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 | 111 | 48 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 48 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 30 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuanbadi
Dhuanbadi 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 Dhuanbadi
Dhuanbadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Gunupur to Dhuanbadi is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dhuanbadi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuanbadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuanbadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuanbadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuanbadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhuanbadi
Where is Dhuanbadi located?
Dhuanbadi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuanbadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuanbadi is Durgi.
What is the pincode of Dhuanbadi?
The pincode of Dhuanbadi is 765019.
What is the population of Dhuanbadi?
Dhuanbadi had a total population of 111, including 48 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Dhuanbadi?
Dhuanbadi had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuanbadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuanbadi was 34.74%. Male literacy was 46.15% and female literacy was 26.79%.