Dhenukhoja Village - Basta, Balasore
Dhenukhoja is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Basta and around 4 km from Baleshwar. Babarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhenukhoja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhenukhoja is 392469. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dhenukhoja 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 Dhenukhoja
As per Census 2011, Dhenukhoja village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 180 males and 189 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 278 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhenukhoja are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 180 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 15 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 148 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 32 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Dhenukhoja
Dhenukhoja 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 Dhenukhoja
Dhenukhoja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dhenukhoja has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Dhenukhoja is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dhenukhoja is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhenukhoja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhenukhoja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhenukhoja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhenukhoja 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 Dhenukhoja
Where is Dhenukhoja located?
Dhenukhoja village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhenukhoja?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhenukhoja is Babarda.
What is the pincode of Dhenukhoja?
The pincode of Dhenukhoja is 756029.
What is the population of Dhenukhoja?
Dhenukhoja has a total population of 369, including 180 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Dhenukhoja?
There are 107 households in Dhenukhoja.
What is the literacy rate in Dhenukhoja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhenukhoja is 75.34%. Male literacy is 82.22% and female literacy is 68.78%.