Dansanali - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Dansanali is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Balikuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dansanali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dansanali is 402487. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 759028 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dansanali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dansanali
According to the 2011 Census, Dansanali village had a total population of 259 people, including 127 males and 132 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.03%, with male literacy at 61.29% and female literacy at 29.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 259 | 127 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 120 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 57 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 70 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Dansanali
Dansanali 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 Dansanali
Public transport in the Dansanali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kamakshyanagar to Dansanali is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Dansanali is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dansanali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dansanali 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 Dansanali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dansanali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dansanali
Where is Dansanali located?
Dansanali village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dansanali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dansanali is Balikuma.
What is the pincode of Dansanali?
The pincode of Dansanali is 759028.
What is the population of Dansanali?
Dansanali had a total population of 259, including 127 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Dansanali?
Dansanali had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dansanali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dansanali was 45.03%. Male literacy was 61.29% and female literacy was 29.59%.