Dhanipur - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Dhanipur is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 72 km from Narasinghpur and around 128 km from Cuttack. Jayamangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanipur is 398594. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dhanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanipur village had a total population of 399 people, including 215 males and 184 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.41%, with male literacy at 84.29% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 398.
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 | 399 | 215 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 215 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 161 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 54 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanipur
Dhanipur 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 Dhanipur
Dhanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Dhanipur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Dhanipur is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanipur
Where is Dhanipur located?
Dhanipur village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanipur is Jayamangal.
What is the pincode of Dhanipur?
The pincode of Dhanipur is 754032.
What is the population of Dhanipur?
Dhanipur had a total population of 399, including 215 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Dhanipur?
Dhanipur had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanipur was 78.41%. Male literacy was 84.29% and female literacy was 71.43%.