Dangartal - Belpara, Balangir
Dangartal is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Juba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangartal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangartal is 420983. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dangartal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangartal
As per Census 2011, Dangartal village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 131 males and 138 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangartal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 131 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 108 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 105 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 26 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Dangartal
Dangartal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dangarpara | North | 1.03 km |
| Kurenbahli | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Jharphatamunda | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Bhuliabandh | West | 1.82 km |
| Dahimal | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Nagphena | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Juba | North | 2.44 km |
| Jalia | South | 2.76 km |
| Satchuan | West | 3.01 km |
| Bileimara | North-East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dangartal
Dangartal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| 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 Patnagarh to Dangartal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Dangartal is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangartal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangartal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dangartal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangartal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dangartal
Where is Dangartal located?
Dangartal village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangartal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangartal is Juba.
What is the pincode of Dangartal?
The pincode of Dangartal is 767026.
What is the population of Dangartal?
Dangartal has a total population of 269, including 131 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Dangartal?
There are 72 households in Dangartal.
What is the literacy rate in Dangartal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangartal is 69.52%. Male literacy is 80.15% and female literacy is 59.42%.