Dhobaninandar - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Dhobaninandar is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kantamila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobaninandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobaninandar is 403058. The village covers a total geographical area of 375 hectares and falls under the 759022 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhobaninandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhobaninandar
As per Census 2011, Dhobaninandar village has a total population of 1,184 people, consisting of 628 males and 556 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 782 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhobaninandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,184 | 628 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 112 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 475 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 153 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobaninandar
Dhobaninandar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dameibahal | North | 1.11 km |
| Diarapasi | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Gohirachhoda | South | 1.69 km |
| Sundarapal | East | 1.97 km |
| Nuagan | West | 2.21 km |
| Baradapal | East | 2.58 km |
| Kanja | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Jamugadia | West | 3.56 km |
| Gobardhanpur | North | 3.78 km |
| Serenabeda | East | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhobaninandar
Dhobaninandar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Angul, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anugul to Dhobaninandar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Dhobaninandar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhobaninandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobaninandar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhobaninandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobaninandar 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 Dhobaninandar
Where is Dhobaninandar located?
Dhobaninandar village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobaninandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobaninandar is Kantamila.
What is the pincode of Dhobaninandar?
The pincode of Dhobaninandar is 759022.
What is the population of Dhobaninandar?
Dhobaninandar has a total population of 1,184, including 628 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Dhobaninandar?
There are 293 households in Dhobaninandar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobaninandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobaninandar is 66.05%. Male literacy is 75.64% and female literacy is 55.22%.