Dukum - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Dukum is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dukum village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dukum is 425289. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dukum 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 Dukum
According to the 2011 Census, Dukum village had a total population of 1,179 people, including 633 males and 546 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.05%, with male literacy at 78.58% and female literacy at 51.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 305, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 630.
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 | 1,179 | 633 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 82 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 151 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 357 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 681 | 433 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 200 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Dukum
Dukum 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 Dukum
Dukum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rayagada to Dukum is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dukum is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dukum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dukum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dukum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dukum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dukum
Where is Dukum located?
Dukum village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dukum?
Dukum is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dukum?
The pincode of Dukum is 765019.
What is the population of Dukum?
Dukum had a total population of 1,179, including 633 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Dukum?
Dukum had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dukum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dukum was 66.05%. Male literacy was 78.58% and female literacy was 51.67%.