Palasa Dangi - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Palasa Dangi 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 47 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Balikuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasa Dangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasa Dangi is 402500. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 759018 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Palasa Dangi 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 Palasa Dangi
As per Census 2011, Palasa Dangi village has a total population of 936 people, consisting of 476 males and 460 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 412 literate and 524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 648 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasa Dangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 936 | 476 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 97 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 648 | 325 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 247 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 229 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Palasa Dangi
Palasa Dangi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urbengi | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Jhanjeri Berena No-7 | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Balikuma | East | 2.61 km |
| Dangapal | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Batagan | South | 3.34 km |
| Sasapasi | North | 3.97 km |
| Dholapasi | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Haladigundi | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Kandhara | West | 4.69 km |
| Tandi Munda | South | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palasa Dangi
Palasa Dangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahadia Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.4 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 Kamakshyanagar to Palasa Dangi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Palasa Dangi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasa Dangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasa Dangi 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 Palasa Dangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasa Dangi 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 Palasa Dangi
Where is Palasa Dangi located?
Palasa Dangi village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasa Dangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasa Dangi is Balikuma.
What is the pincode of Palasa Dangi?
The pincode of Palasa Dangi is 759018.
What is the population of Palasa Dangi?
Palasa Dangi has a total population of 936, including 476 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Palasa Dangi?
There are 193 households in Palasa Dangi.
What is the literacy rate in Palasa Dangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasa Dangi is 44.02%. Male literacy is 51.89% and female literacy is 35.87%.