Dukhujharmunda - Bamara, Sambalpur
Dukhujharmunda is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from Mahulpalli and around 100 km from Sambalpur. Babuniktimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dukhujharmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dukhujharmunda is 381411. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dukhujharmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dukhujharmunda
According to the 2011 Census, Dukhujharmunda village had a total population of 185 people, including 98 males and 87 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.82%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 43.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
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 | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 64 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 34 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Dukhujharmunda
Dukhujharmunda 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 Dukhujharmunda
Dukhujharmunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Dukhujharmunda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Dukhujharmunda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dukhujharmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dukhujharmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dukhujharmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dukhujharmunda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dukhujharmunda
Where is Dukhujharmunda located?
Dukhujharmunda village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dukhujharmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dukhujharmunda is Babuniktimal.
What is the pincode of Dukhujharmunda?
The pincode of Dukhujharmunda is 768228.
What is the population of Dukhujharmunda?
Dukhujharmunda had a total population of 185, including 98 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Dukhujharmunda?
Dukhujharmunda had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dukhujharmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dukhujharmunda was 58.82%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 43.90%.