Dandika
Dandika is a village located in Basta tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Basta (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Babarda is the gram panchayat of Dandika village.
Dandika has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dandika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandika is 392479. The village spans a total geographical area of 96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756029. Baleshwar is nearest town to Dandika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dandika village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dandika
Population of Dandika
Below is a concise population overview of Dandika as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 266 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 199 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 67 | 87 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dandika village:
- The total population of Dandika village is around 502, including approximately 266 males and 236 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Dandika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dandika village has 180 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dandika village is about 69.32%, with male literacy at 74.81% and female literacy at 63.14%.
- There are around 104 households in Dandika village.
Connectivity of Dandika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandika. As per the 2011 stats, Dandika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dandika
Knowing the nearby villages of Dandika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandika
- Where is Dandika located?
- Dandika village is situated in Basta Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dandika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dandika is Babarda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dandika?
- The pincode of Dandika is 756029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dandika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandika is 502, with 266 males and 236 females.
- How many households are there in Dandika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dandika village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dandika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandika is 69.32%. The male literacy rate is 74.81%, while the female literacy rate is 63.14%.