Dhuan Padar - Muniguda, Rayagada
Dhuan Padar is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumudaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuan Padar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuan Padar is 424916. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Dhuan Padar 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 Dhuan Padar
As per Census 2011, Dhuan Padar village has a total population of 359 people, consisting of 176 males and 183 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 245 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuan Padar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 176 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 120 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 24 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 152 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuan Padar
Dhuan Padar 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 Dhuan Padar
Dhuan Padar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhuan Padar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhuan Padar is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dhuan Padar 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 Dhuan Padar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuan Padar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuan Padar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuan Padar 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 Dhuan Padar
Where is Dhuan Padar located?
Dhuan Padar village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuan Padar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuan Padar is Kumudaballi.
What is the pincode of Dhuan Padar?
The pincode of Dhuan Padar is 765020.
What is the population of Dhuan Padar?
Dhuan Padar has a total population of 359, including 176 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Dhuan Padar?
There are 92 households in Dhuan Padar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuan Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuan Padar is 8.91%. Male literacy is 13.64% and female literacy is 4.37%.