Dinka - Pandavapura, Mandya
Dinka is a village situated in the Pandavapura taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandavapura and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Dinka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dinka is 614122. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.09 hectares and falls under the 571812 pincode. Pandavapura is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dinka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melukote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dinka
As per Census 2011, Dinka village has a total population of 1,878 people, consisting of 953 males and 925 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,060 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dinka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,878 | 953 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 132 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 28 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 634 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 319 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Dinka
Dinka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dinkadakaval | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Molesandra | South | 1.55 km |
| Moodanahalli | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Bommalapura | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Dinka Settihalli | West | 2.04 km |
| Bindahalli | South | 2.72 km |
| Valalekatte Koppal | North | 2.75 km |
| Bebibettadakaval | East | 2.81 km |
| Chokanahalli | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Malligerekaval | South-West | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dinka
Dinka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kallur Yedahli, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pandavapura to Dinka is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Dinka is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dinka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dinka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dinka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dinka 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 Dinka
Where is Dinka located?
Dinka village is located in Pandavapura Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dinka?
Dinka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dinka?
The pincode of Dinka is 571812.
What is the population of Dinka?
Dinka has a total population of 1,878, including 953 males and 925 females.
How many households are there in Dinka?
There are 479 households in Dinka.
What is the literacy rate in Dinka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dinka is 56.44%. Male literacy is 66.53% and female literacy is 46.05%.