Dant;Unida - Baliapal, Balasore
Dant;Unida is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Baliapal and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Devog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dant;Unida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dant;Unida is 392003. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dant;Unida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dant;Unida
As per Census 2011, Dant;Unida village has a total population of 704 people, consisting of 358 males and 346 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dant;Unida are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 704 | 358 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 28 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 172 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 302 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 56 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Dant;Unida
Dant;Unida 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghantiari | East | 0.80 km |
| Debhog | West | 0.81 km |
| Chakaghantiari | West | 1.24 km |
| Kaligora | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Jafarabad | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Ghantua | North | 1.64 km |
| Badakasaba | East | 1.82 km |
| Khalamuhani | West | 1.83 km |
| Hasimpur | South | 1.86 km |
| Malikuda | North-East | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dant;Unida
Dant;Unida is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.0 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 Baleshwar to Dant;Unida is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dant;Unida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dant;Unida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dant;Unida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dant;Unida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dant;Unida
Where is Dant;Unida located?
Dant;Unida village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dant;Unida?
The Gram Panchayat of Dant;Unida is Devog.
What is the pincode of Dant;Unida?
The pincode of Dant;Unida is 756023.
What is the population of Dant;Unida?
Dant;Unida has a total population of 704, including 358 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Dant;Unida?
There are 150 households in Dant;Unida.
What is the literacy rate in Dant;Unida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dant;Unida is 74.86%. Male literacy is 84.36% and female literacy is 65.03%.