Dambasahi - Rayagada, Gajapati
Dambasahi is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Ameda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dambasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dambasahi is 414733. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 761213 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dambasahi 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 Dambasahi
As per Census 2011, Dambasahi village has a total population of 142 people, consisting of 69 males and 73 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dambasahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 42 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Dambasahi
Dambasahi 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 Dambasahi
Public transport in the Dambasahi 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 Rayagada to Dambasahi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Dambasahi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dambasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dambasahi 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 Dambasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dambasahi 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 Dambasahi
Where is Dambasahi located?
Dambasahi village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dambasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dambasahi is Ameda.
What is the pincode of Dambasahi?
The pincode of Dambasahi is 761213.
What is the population of Dambasahi?
Dambasahi has a total population of 142, including 69 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Dambasahi?
There are 25 households in Dambasahi.
What is the literacy rate in Dambasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dambasahi is 30.28%. Male literacy is 39.13% and female literacy is 21.92%.