Dunguri - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Dunguri is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Subalaya and around 40 km from Subarnapur. Jatesingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunguri is 419514. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Subalaya is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dunguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunguri
As per Census 2011, Dunguri village has a total population of 1,505 people, consisting of 799 males and 706 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dunguri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,505 | 799 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 107 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 145 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 624 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 175 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Dunguri
Dunguri 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 Dunguri
Dunguri 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Subalaya to Dunguri is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Dunguri is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunguri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dunguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunguri 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 Dunguri
Where is Dunguri located?
Dunguri village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunguri is Jatesingha.
What is the pincode of Dunguri?
The pincode of Dunguri is 767018.
What is the population of Dunguri?
Dunguri has a total population of 1,505, including 799 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Dunguri?
There are 376 households in Dunguri.
What is the literacy rate in Dunguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunguri is 66.84%. Male literacy is 78.10% and female literacy is 54.11%.