Dandika
About Dandika
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dandika village is 392479. Dandika village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 96 hectares. Dandika has a total population of 502 peoples, out of which male population is 266 while female population is 236. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 887 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dandika village is 69.32% out of which 74.81% males and 63.14% females are literate. There are about 104 houses in dandika village. Pincode of dandika village locality is 756029.
When it comes to administration, Dandika village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dandika village comes under Basta Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balasore Lok Sabha constituency. Baleshwar is nearest town to dandika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Dandika
The population details of Dandika cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 266 | 236 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 199 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 67 | 87 |
Connectivity of Dandika
| 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 |
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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%.