Dhuli Gotha - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Dhuli Gotha is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Balikuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuli Gotha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuli Gotha is 402513. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 759028 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dhuli Gotha 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 Dhuli Gotha
According to the 2011 Census, Dhuli Gotha village had a total population of 353 people, including 185 males and 168 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.18%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 28.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 353.
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 | 353 | 185 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 185 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 99 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 86 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuli Gotha
Dhuli Gotha 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 Dhuli Gotha
Dhuli Gotha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dhuli Gotha is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Dhuli Gotha is about 54 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 Dhuli Gotha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuli Gotha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuli Gotha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuli Gotha 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 Dhuli Gotha
Where is Dhuli Gotha located?
Dhuli Gotha village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuli Gotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuli Gotha is Balikuma.
What is the pincode of Dhuli Gotha?
The pincode of Dhuli Gotha is 759028.
What is the population of Dhuli Gotha?
Dhuli Gotha had a total population of 353, including 185 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Dhuli Gotha?
Dhuli Gotha had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuli Gotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuli Gotha was 50.18%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 28.91%.