Dhuturapas - Kashipur, Rayagada
Dhuturapas is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandragiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuturapas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuturapas is 425881. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Dhuturapas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuturapas
According to the 2011 Census, Dhuturapas village had a total population of 130 people, including 64 males and 66 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.33%, with male literacy at 30.61% and female literacy at 2.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 15 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 49 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuturapas
Dhuturapas 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 Dhuturapas
Public transport in the Dhuturapas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dhuturapas is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dhuturapas is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuturapas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuturapas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuturapas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuturapas 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 Dhuturapas
Where is Dhuturapas located?
Dhuturapas village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuturapas?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuturapas is Chandragiri.
What is the pincode of Dhuturapas?
The pincode of Dhuturapas is 765015.
What is the population of Dhuturapas?
Dhuturapas had a total population of 130, including 64 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Dhuturapas?
Dhuturapas had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuturapas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuturapas was 16.33%. Male literacy was 30.61% and female literacy was 2.04%.