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
According to the 2011 Census, Dunguri village had a total population of 1,505 people, including 799 males and 706 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 90.17% and female literacy at 61.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 289.
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 | 1,505 | 799 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 107 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 145 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,505, including 799 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Dunguri?
Dunguri had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunguri was 76.79%. Male literacy was 90.17% and female literacy was 61.81%.