Dahimundali - Bellaguntha, Ganjam
Dahimundali is a village situated in the Bellaguntha tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Gangapur and around 97 km from Chatrapur. Pailipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahimundali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahimundali is 410709. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 761123 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dahimundali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahimundali
According to the 2011 Census, Dahimundali village had a total population of 770 people, including 396 males and 374 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.15%, with male literacy at 91.01% and female literacy at 68.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 770 | 396 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 324 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 72 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Dahimundali
Dahimundali 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 Dahimundali
Dahimundali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Dahimundali is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dahimundali is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahimundali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahimundali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dahimundali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahimundali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dahimundali
Where is Dahimundali located?
Dahimundali village is located in Bellaguntha Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahimundali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahimundali is Pailipada.
What is the pincode of Dahimundali?
The pincode of Dahimundali is 761123.
What is the population of Dahimundali?
Dahimundali had a total population of 770, including 396 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Dahimundali?
Dahimundali had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahimundali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahimundali was 80.15%. Male literacy was 91.01% and female literacy was 68.39%.