Dhaulia - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Dhaulia is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Nihalprasad and around 75 km from Dhenkanal. Letheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaulia is 402823. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhaulia 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 Dhaulia
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaulia village had a total population of 55 people, including 30 males and 25 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.96%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaulia
Dhaulia 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 Dhaulia
Public transport in the Dhaulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhaulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jajapur to Dhaulia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Dhaulia is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaulia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhaulia
Where is Dhaulia located?
Dhaulia village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaulia is Letheka.
What is the pincode of Dhaulia?
The pincode of Dhaulia is 759016.
What is the population of Dhaulia?
Dhaulia had a total population of 55, including 30 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Dhaulia?
Dhaulia had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaulia was 65.96%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 54.55%.