Dwarika
Dwarika is a village located in Nilagiri tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nilagiri (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Shyamasundarpur is the gram panchayat of Dwarika village.
Dwarika 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 Dwarika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dwarika is 393208. The village spans a total geographical area of 318 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756040. Nilagiri is nearest town to Dwarika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dwarika
Population of Dwarika
Below is a concise population overview of Dwarika 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 | 976 | 507 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 105 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 254 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 298 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 209 | 249 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dwarika village:
- The total population of Dwarika village is around 976, including approximately 507 males and 469 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Dwarika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dwarika village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 467 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dwarika village is about 53.07%, with male literacy at 58.78% and female literacy at 46.91%.
- There are around 223 households in Dwarika village.
Connectivity of Dwarika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dwarika. As per the 2011 stats, Dwarika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dwarika
Knowing the nearby villages of Dwarika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dwarika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dwarika
- Where is Dwarika located?
- Dwarika village is situated in Nilagiri Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dwarika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dwarika is Shyamasundarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dwarika?
- The pincode of Dwarika is 756040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dwarika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dwarika is 976, with 507 males and 469 females.
- How many households are there in Dwarika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dwarika village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dwarika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dwarika is 53.07%. The male literacy rate is 58.78%, while the female literacy rate is 46.91%.