Dahimal - Tusura, Balangir
Dahimal is a village situated in the Tusura tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Tushura and around 40 km from Balangir. Tentelkhunti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahimal is 420471. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 767030 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 44 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 Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahimal
According to the 2011 Census, Dahimal village had a total population of 685 people, including 339 males and 346 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.71%, with male literacy at 76.74% and female literacy at 54.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 339 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 38 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 67 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 231 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 108 | 188 |
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 <5 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 Balangir to Dahimal is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Dahimal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dahimal
Where is Dahimal located?
Dahimal village is located in Tusura Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahimal is Tentelkhunti.
What is the pincode of Dahimal?
The pincode of Dahimal is 767030.
What is the population of Dahimal?
Dahimal had a total population of 685, including 339 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Dahimal?
Dahimal had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahimal was 65.71%. Male literacy was 76.74% and female literacy was 54.30%.