Govt.Dhaugan - Dharakote, Ganjam
Govt.Dhaugan is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Dhaugam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govt.Dhaugan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govt.Dhaugan is 411340. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Govt.Dhaugan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govt.Dhaugan
According to the 2011 Census, Govt.Dhaugan village had a total population of 1,056 people, including 508 males and 548 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.68%, with male literacy at 87.90% and female literacy at 70.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 1,056 | 508 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 81 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 385 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 123 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Govt.Dhaugan
Govt.Dhaugan 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 Govt.Dhaugan
Govt.Dhaugan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Asika to Govt.Dhaugan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Govt.Dhaugan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govt.Dhaugan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govt.Dhaugan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Govt.Dhaugan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govt.Dhaugan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Govt.Dhaugan
Where is Govt.Dhaugan located?
Govt.Dhaugan village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govt.Dhaugan?
The Gram Panchayat of Govt.Dhaugan is Dhaugam.
What is the pincode of Govt.Dhaugan?
The pincode of Govt.Dhaugan is 761107.
What is the population of Govt.Dhaugan?
Govt.Dhaugan had a total population of 1,056, including 508 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Govt.Dhaugan?
Govt.Dhaugan had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govt.Dhaugan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govt.Dhaugan was 78.68%. Male literacy was 87.90% and female literacy was 70.13%.