Dimirichua - Oupada, Balasore
Dimirichua is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Oupada and around 61 km from Baleshwar. Fatepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dimirichua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimirichua is 393390. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dimirichua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dimirichua
As per Census 2011, Dimirichua village has a total population of 1,290 people, consisting of 676 males and 614 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,023 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dimirichua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,290 | 676 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 18 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 20 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 571 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 105 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Dimirichua
Dimirichua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rairamachandrapur | North-East | 0.81 km |
| Mainsadali | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Chandratikara | East | 1.30 km |
| Sorisapala | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Benagadia | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Nuaganbada | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Jhinkiria | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Mituani | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Kendubhadali | South | 2.62 km |
| Dokantakhaira | South-East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dimirichua
Dimirichua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Markona, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Dimirichua is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dimirichua is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dimirichua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimirichua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dimirichua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimirichua 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dimirichua
Where is Dimirichua located?
Dimirichua village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dimirichua?
The Gram Panchayat of Dimirichua is Fatepur.
What is the pincode of Dimirichua?
The pincode of Dimirichua is 756048.
What is the population of Dimirichua?
Dimirichua has a total population of 1,290, including 676 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Dimirichua?
There are 291 households in Dimirichua.
What is the literacy rate in Dimirichua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimirichua is 79.30%. Male literacy is 84.47% and female literacy is 73.62%.