Dhenkasindhaba - Mohana, Gajapati
Dhenkasindhaba is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Badasinghaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhenkasindhaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhenkasindhaba is 413910. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dhenkasindhaba 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 Dhenkasindhaba
As per Census 2011, Dhenkasindhaba village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 291 males and 272 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhenkasindhaba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 291 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 196 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 126 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 165 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Dhenkasindhaba
Dhenkasindhaba 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 Dhenkasindhaba
Public transport in the Dhenkasindhaba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Dhenkasindhaba is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Dhenkasindhaba is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhenkasindhaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhenkasindhaba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dhenkasindhaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhenkasindhaba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhenkasindhaba
Where is Dhenkasindhaba located?
Dhenkasindhaba village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhenkasindhaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhenkasindhaba is Badasinghaba.
What is the pincode of Dhenkasindhaba?
The pincode of Dhenkasindhaba is 761017.
What is the population of Dhenkasindhaba?
Dhenkasindhaba has a total population of 563, including 291 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Dhenkasindhaba?
There are 126 households in Dhenkasindhaba.
What is the literacy rate in Dhenkasindhaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhenkasindhaba is 30.91%. Male literacy is 43.30% and female literacy is 17.65%.