Dahigadia - Remuna, Balasore
Dahigadia is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 25 km from Baleshwar. Maharajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahigadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahigadia is 392866. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 756043 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dahigadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahigadia
As per Census 2011, Dahigadia village has a total population of 514 people, consisting of 266 males and 248 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahigadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 266 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 23 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 223 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 43 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Dahigadia
Dahigadia 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 Dahigadia
Public transport in the Dahigadia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dahigadia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Dahigadia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dahigadia is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahigadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahigadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dahigadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahigadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dahigadia
Where is Dahigadia located?
Dahigadia village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahigadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahigadia is Maharajpur.
What is the pincode of Dahigadia?
The pincode of Dahigadia is 756043.
What is the population of Dahigadia?
Dahigadia has a total population of 514, including 266 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Dahigadia?
There are 124 households in Dahigadia.
What is the literacy rate in Dahigadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahigadia is 75.29%. Male literacy is 83.83% and female literacy is 66.13%.