Dunguridihi - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Dunguridihi is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kendudihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunguridihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunguridihi is 383539. The village covers a total geographical area of 381 hectares and falls under the 770013 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Dunguridihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dunguridihi
According to the 2011 Census, Dunguridihi village had a total population of 672 people, including 327 males and 345 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.78%, with male literacy at 87.90% and female literacy at 64.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 672 | 327 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 94 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 247 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 80 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Dunguridihi
Dunguridihi 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 Dunguridihi
Public transport in the Dunguridihi 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 Sundargarh to Dunguridihi is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Dunguridihi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunguridihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunguridihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dunguridihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunguridihi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dunguridihi
Where is Dunguridihi located?
Dunguridihi village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunguridihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunguridihi is Kendudihi.
What is the pincode of Dunguridihi?
The pincode of Dunguridihi is 770013.
What is the population of Dunguridihi?
Dunguridihi had a total population of 672, including 327 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Dunguridihi?
Dunguridihi had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunguridihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunguridihi was 75.78%. Male literacy was 87.90% and female literacy was 64.16%.