Dhenkabandha - Mohana, Gajapati
Dhenkabandha is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Kesariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhenkabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhenkabandha is 413693. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Dhenkabandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhenkabandha
According to the 2011 Census, Dhenkabandha village had a total population of 306 people, including 141 males and 165 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,170 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.20%, with male literacy at 50.93% and female literacy at 13.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 302.
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 | 306 | 141 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 139 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 55 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 86 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Dhenkabandha
Dhenkabandha 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 Dhenkabandha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhenkabandha.
| 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 Digapahandi to Dhenkabandha is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Dhenkabandha is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhenkabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhenkabandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhenkabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhenkabandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhenkabandha
Where is Dhenkabandha located?
Dhenkabandha village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhenkabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhenkabandha is Kesariguda.
What is the pincode of Dhenkabandha?
The pincode of Dhenkabandha is 761017.
What is the population of Dhenkabandha?
Dhenkabandha had a total population of 306, including 141 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Dhenkabandha?
Dhenkabandha had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhenkabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhenkabandha was 30.20%. Male literacy was 50.93% and female literacy was 13.87%.