Dakhinsarisa - Bhograi, Balasore
Dakhinsarisa is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Bhograi and around 87 km from Baleshwar. Bajitpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakhinsarisa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakhinsarisa is 391778. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Dakhinsarisa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakhinsarisa
As per Census 2011, Dakhinsarisa village has a total population of 1,192 people, consisting of 625 males and 567 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 905 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakhinsarisa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,192 | 625 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 905 | 517 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 108 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Dakhinsarisa
Dakhinsarisa 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 Dakhinsarisa
Dakhinsarisa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jaleswar to Dakhinsarisa is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dakhinsarisa is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakhinsarisa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakhinsarisa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dakhinsarisa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakhinsarisa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dakhinsarisa
Where is Dakhinsarisa located?
Dakhinsarisa village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakhinsarisa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakhinsarisa is Bajitpur.
What is the pincode of Dakhinsarisa?
The pincode of Dakhinsarisa is 756037.
What is the population of Dakhinsarisa?
Dakhinsarisa has a total population of 1,192, including 625 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Dakhinsarisa?
There are 307 households in Dakhinsarisa.
What is the literacy rate in Dakhinsarisa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakhinsarisa is 75.92%. Male literacy is 82.72% and female literacy is 68.43%.