Dhaurakhaman - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Dhaurakhaman is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Gourenmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaurakhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaurakhaman is 380135. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Dhaurakhaman 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 Dhaurakhaman
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaurakhaman village had a total population of 306 people, including 146 males and 160 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.95%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 146 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 99 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 47 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaurakhaman
Dhaurakhaman 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 Dhaurakhaman
Public transport in the Dhaurakhaman is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhaurakhaman.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Padmapur to Dhaurakhaman is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Dhaurakhaman is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaurakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaurakhaman 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaurakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaurakhaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhaurakhaman
Where is Dhaurakhaman located?
Dhaurakhaman village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhaurakhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaurakhaman is Gourenmunda.
What is the pincode of Dhaurakhaman?
The pincode of Dhaurakhaman is 768037.
What is the population of Dhaurakhaman?
Dhaurakhaman had a total population of 306, including 146 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Dhaurakhaman?
Dhaurakhaman had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaurakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaurakhaman was 67.95%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 57.89%.