Durgadihi - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Durgadihi is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Jamankira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgadihi is 382015. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Durgadihi 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 Durgadihi
As per Census 2011, Durgadihi village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 103 males and 105 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgadihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 102 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 36 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Durgadihi
Durgadihi 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 Durgadihi
Public transport in the Durgadihi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Durgadihi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Durgadihi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgadihi 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 Durgadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgadihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgadihi
Where is Durgadihi located?
Durgadihi village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgadihi is Jamankira.
What is the pincode of Durgadihi?
The pincode of Durgadihi is 768107.
What is the population of Durgadihi?
Durgadihi has a total population of 208, including 103 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Durgadihi?
There are 45 households in Durgadihi.
What is the literacy rate in Durgadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgadihi is 61.06%. Male literacy is 65.05% and female literacy is 57.14%.