Denduguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Denduguda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kadama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Denduguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Denduguda is 426930. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Denduguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Denduguda
According to the 2011 Census, Denduguda village had a total population of 271 people, including 125 males and 146 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,168 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.10%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 34.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 271 | 125 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 125 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 66 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 59 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Denduguda
Denduguda 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 Denduguda
Denduguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Denduguda is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Denduguda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Denduguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Denduguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Denduguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Denduguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Denduguda
Where is Denduguda located?
Denduguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Denduguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Denduguda is Kadama.
What is the pincode of Denduguda?
The pincode of Denduguda is 765026.
What is the population of Denduguda?
Denduguda had a total population of 271, including 125 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Denduguda?
Denduguda had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Denduguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Denduguda was 49.10%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 34.13%.