Dangapal - Barkot, Deogarh
Dangapal is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Debagarh and around 28 km from Debagarh. Kantapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangapal is 382661. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 768108 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dangapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangapal
As per Census 2011, Dangapal village has a total population of 543 people, consisting of 273 males and 270 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 301 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 318 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 273 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 158 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 171 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 102 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Dangapal
Dangapal 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 Dangapal
Public transport in the Dangapal 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 Debagarh to Dangapal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangapal 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 Dangapal
Where is Dangapal located?
Dangapal village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangapal is Kantapali.
What is the pincode of Dangapal?
The pincode of Dangapal is 768108.
What is the population of Dangapal?
Dangapal has a total population of 543, including 273 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Dangapal?
There are 131 households in Dangapal.
What is the literacy rate in Dangapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangapal is 55.43%. Male literacy is 62.64% and female literacy is 48.15%.