Dangabahal - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Dangabahal is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Bangbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangabahal is 380116. The village covers a total geographical area of 416 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dangabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangabahal
As per Census 2011, Dangabahal village has a total population of 1,260 people, consisting of 634 males and 626 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 235 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangabahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,260 | 634 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 110 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 492 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 142 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Dangabahal
Dangabahal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dangabahal
Public transport in the Dangabahal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Dangabahal is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Dangabahal is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangabahal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dangabahal
Where is Dangabahal located?
Dangabahal village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangabahal is Bangbahal.
What is the pincode of Dangabahal?
The pincode of Dangabahal is 768037.
What is the population of Dangabahal?
Dangabahal has a total population of 1,260, including 634 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Dangabahal?
There are 330 households in Dangabahal.
What is the literacy rate in Dangabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangabahal is 70.08%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 62.46%.