Dandangi - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Dandangi is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Devipatnam and around 92 km from Kakinada. Ch.ramanayyapeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandangi is 586633. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 533354 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dandangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandangi
As per Census 2011, Dandangi village has a total population of 867 people, consisting of 427 males and 440 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 601 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 867 | 427 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 601 | 284 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 225 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 202 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Dandangi
Dandangi 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 Dandangi
Public transport in the Dandangi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajahmundry to Dandangi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Dandangi is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandangi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandangi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandangi
Where is Dandangi located?
Dandangi village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandangi is Ch.ramanayyapeta.
What is the pincode of Dandangi?
The pincode of Dandangi is 533354.
What is the population of Dandangi?
Dandangi has a total population of 867, including 427 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Dandangi?
There are 317 households in Dandangi.
What is the literacy rate in Dandangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandangi is 49.94%. Male literacy is 52.69% and female literacy is 47.27%.