Dahimal - Athmallik, Angul
Dahimal is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Athmallik and around 113 km from Anugul . Luhasingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahimal is 404880. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dahimal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahimal
As per Census 2011, Dahimal village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 65 males and 79 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,215 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahimal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 65 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 14 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Dahimal
Dahimal 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 Dahimal
Dahimal 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 >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 Athamallik to Dahimal is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Dahimal is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahimal 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 Dahimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahimal 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 Dahimal
Where is Dahimal located?
Dahimal village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahimal is Luhasingha.
What is the pincode of Dahimal?
The pincode of Dahimal is 759125.
What is the population of Dahimal?
Dahimal has a total population of 144, including 65 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Dahimal?
There are 33 households in Dahimal.
What is the literacy rate in Dahimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahimal is 65.97%. Male literacy is 78.46% and female literacy is 55.70%.