Dambasara - Gunupur, Rayagada
Dambasara is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dombosora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dambasara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dambasara is 426749. The village covers a total geographical area of 990 hectares and falls under the 765033 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dambasara 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 Dambasara
As per Census 2011, Dambasara village has a total population of 2,891 people, consisting of 1,168 males and 1,723 females. The village has 637 households and a sex ratio of 1,475 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,700 literate and 1,191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,445 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dambasara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,891 | 1,168 | 1,723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 150 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 71 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,445 | 589 | 856 |
| Literate Population | 1,700 | 746 | 954 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,191 | 422 | 769 |
Nearby Villages of Dambasara
Dambasara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mering | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Podasing | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Bhulusunda | North | 2.15 km |
| Ghanantri | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Rupapadar | South | 3.19 km |
| Bagsola | West | 3.82 km |
| Ghutana | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Khaira | East | 4.23 km |
| Sanyasipur | North-West | 4.46 km |
| Nuagam | South | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dambasara
Dambasara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Dambasara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dambasara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dambasara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dambasara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dambasara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dambasara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dambasara
Where is Dambasara located?
Dambasara village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dambasara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dambasara is Dombosora.
What is the pincode of Dambasara?
The pincode of Dambasara is 765033.
What is the population of Dambasara?
Dambasara has a total population of 2,891, including 1,168 males and 1,723 females.
How many households are there in Dambasara?
There are 637 households in Dambasara.
What is the literacy rate in Dambasara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dambasara is 58.80%. Male literacy is 63.87% and female literacy is 55.37%.