Dandapalasa - Soro, Balasore
Dandapalasa is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Soro and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Sabira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandapalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandapalasa is 393769. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dandapalasa 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 Dandapalasa
As per Census 2011, Dandapalasa village has a total population of 1,131 people, consisting of 573 males and 558 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandapalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,131 | 573 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 61 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 126 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 479 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 94 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Dandapalasa
Dandapalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khirapada | West | 1.15 km |
| Purunapalasa | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Durgapur | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Sabira | East | 1.92 km |
| Bhubanpur | South | 1.94 km |
| Baria(bariha) | South | 2.05 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Taranga | West | 2.31 km |
| Kurukuria | South | 2.41 km |
| Agiria | North-East | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandapalasa
Dandapalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Dandapalasa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dandapalasa is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandapalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandapalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandapalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandapalasa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandapalasa
Where is Dandapalasa located?
Dandapalasa village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandapalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandapalasa is Sabira.
What is the pincode of Dandapalasa?
The pincode of Dandapalasa is 756045.
What is the population of Dandapalasa?
Dandapalasa has a total population of 1,131, including 573 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Dandapalasa?
There are 281 households in Dandapalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Dandapalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandapalasa is 76.66%. Male literacy is 83.60% and female literacy is 69.53%.