Dallaka - Dhenkanal Sadar, Dhenkanal
Dallaka is a village situated in the Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhenkanal Sadar and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Nadiali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dallaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dallaka is 403369. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 759027 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dallaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dallaka
As per Census 2011, Dallaka village has a total population of 571 people, consisting of 300 males and 271 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dallaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 300 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 217 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 83 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Dallaka
Dallaka is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Regeda | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Nadiali | North | 1.45 km |
| Talbarkota | West | 2.23 km |
| Kasiapada | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Baladiabandha | North | 2.66 km |
| Deopada | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Tarasingha | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Dorada | South | 2.80 km |
| Iswara | South | 2.87 km |
| Gundichapur | South-East | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dallaka
Dallaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Joranda Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Dallaka is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Dallaka is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dallaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dallaka 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 Dallaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dallaka 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dallaka
Where is Dallaka located?
Dallaka village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dallaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Dallaka is Nadiali.
What is the pincode of Dallaka?
The pincode of Dallaka is 759027.
What is the population of Dallaka?
Dallaka has a total population of 571, including 300 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Dallaka?
There are 138 households in Dallaka.
What is the literacy rate in Dallaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dallaka is 66.90%. Male literacy is 72.33% and female literacy is 60.89%.