Durukupa - Ramanaguda, Rayagada

Durukupa is a village situated in the Ramanaguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Gunupur and around 60 km from Rayagada . Sundhidhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durukupa village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Durukupa is 426667. The village covers a total geographical area of 243 hectares and falls under the 765029 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.

Durukupa 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 Durukupa

According to the 2011 Census, Durukupa village had a total population of 80 people, including 38 males and 42 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.59%, with male literacy at 25.81% and female literacy at 16.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Durukupa

Durukupa 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Durukupa

Durukupa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Therubali, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Durukupa is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Durukupa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Durukupa

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durukupa village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Durukupa

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durukupa village are given below:

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