Dahipur - Soro, Balasore
Dahipur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Soro and around 37 km from Baleshwar. Manatri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahipur is 393788. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dahipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahipur
As per Census 2011, Dahipur village has a total population of 738 people, consisting of 380 males and 358 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 540 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 280 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 738 | 380 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 152 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 291 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 89 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Dahipur
Dahipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhagobindapur | West | 0.77 km |
| Dwarikapur | East | 1.01 km |
| Somanathpur | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Hadianimal | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Paramanandapur | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Dhanurjoyapur | East | 1.54 km |
| Radhaballaavapur | West | 1.66 km |
| Radhaprasanapur | South | 2.00 km |
| Gobindapur | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Karikol | North-East | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahipur
Dahipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghantikhal Nidhipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Soro to Dahipur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dahipur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dahipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dahipur
Where is Dahipur located?
Dahipur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahipur is Manatri.
What is the pincode of Dahipur?
The pincode of Dahipur is 756045.
What is the population of Dahipur?
Dahipur has a total population of 738, including 380 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Dahipur?
There are 188 households in Dahipur.
What is the literacy rate in Dahipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahipur is 73.17%. Male literacy is 76.58% and female literacy is 69.55%.