Dudurjhola - Kashipur, Rayagada
Dudurjhola is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gorakhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudurjhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudurjhola is 425976. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dudurjhola 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 Dudurjhola
According to the 2011 Census, Dudurjhola village had a total population of 49 people, including 21 males and 28 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.46%, with male literacy at 58.82% and female literacy at 22.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Dudurjhola
Dudurjhola 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 Dudurjhola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dudurjhola. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dudurjhola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Dudurjhola is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dudurjhola is about 45 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 Dudurjhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudurjhola 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 Dudurjhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudurjhola 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 Dudurjhola
Where is Dudurjhola located?
Dudurjhola village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudurjhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudurjhola is Gorakhapur.
What is the pincode of Dudurjhola?
The pincode of Dudurjhola is 765015.
What is the population of Dudurjhola?
Dudurjhola had a total population of 49, including 21 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Dudurjhola?
Dudurjhola had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudurjhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudurjhola was 38.46%. Male literacy was 58.82% and female literacy was 22.73%.