Dhunkuni

Dhunkuni is a village located in Asika tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Asika (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kharia is the gram panchayat of Dhunkuni village.

Dhunkuni has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhunkuni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhunkuni is 411237. The village spans a total geographical area of 163 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761111. Asika is nearest town to Dhunkuni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Dhunkuni

Below is a concise population overview of Dhunkuni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 658 313 345
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 38 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) 23 9 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 354 191 163
Illiterate Population 304 122 182

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhunkuni village:

  • The total population of Dhunkuni village is around 658, including approximately 313 males and 345 females, with a sex ratio of 1102 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Dhunkuni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhunkuni village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhunkuni village is about 53.80%, with male literacy at 61.02% and female literacy at 47.25%.
  • There are around 133 households in Dhunkuni village.

Connectivity of Dhunkuni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhunkuni. As per the 2011 stats, Dhunkuni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhunkuni

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhunkuni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhunkuni.

Rishipur Gadagadahill Sandhinuapalli Sahapur Kharia Nuababanpur Babanapur Alipur Karpuranuagam Kotibadi Pathara

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhunkuni

Where is Dhunkuni located?
Dhunkuni village is situated in Asika Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhunkuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhunkuni is Kharia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhunkuni?
The pincode of Dhunkuni is 761111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhunkuni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhunkuni is 658, with 313 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Dhunkuni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhunkuni village has a total of 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhunkuni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhunkuni is 53.80%. The male literacy rate is 61.02%, while the female literacy rate is 47.25%.