Dhudhru Dand - Kansabel, Jashpur
Dhudhru Dand is a village situated in the Kansabel tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kansabel and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Dhudhrudand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhudhru Dand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhudhru Dand is 433738. The village covers a total geographical area of 513.23 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Dhudhru Dand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhudhru Dand
As per Census 2011, Dhudhru Dand village has a total population of 888 people, consisting of 446 males and 442 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 596 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 647 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhudhru Dand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | 446 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 647 | 327 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 339 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 107 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Dhudhru Dand
Dhudhru Dand is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajouti | East | 1.89 km |
| Sujibahar | South | 2.09 km |
| Madia Jhariya | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Bagiya | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Bandar Chunwa | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Chetawa | West | 3.38 km |
| Kenadand | North | 3.66 km |
| Bodatongari | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Sikariya | South | 4.32 km |
| Muskuti | East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhudhru Dand
Dhudhru Dand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jashpur Nagar to Dhudhru Dand is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhudhru Dand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhudhru Dand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhudhru Dand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhudhru Dand 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 Dhudhru Dand
Where is Dhudhru Dand located?
Dhudhru Dand village is located in Kansabel Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhudhru Dand?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhudhru Dand is Dhudhrudand.
What is the pincode of Dhudhru Dand?
The pincode of Dhudhru Dand is 496223.
What is the population of Dhudhru Dand?
Dhudhru Dand has a total population of 888, including 446 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Dhudhru Dand?
There are 217 households in Dhudhru Dand.
What is the literacy rate in Dhudhru Dand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhudhru Dand is 67.12%. Male literacy is 76.01% and female literacy is 58.14%.