Dandipadar - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Dandipadar is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhanjanagar and around 109 km from Chatrapur. Badakodanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandipadar is 410591. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dandipadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandipadar
As per Census 2011, Dandipadar village has a total population of 1,590 people, consisting of 820 males and 770 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,001 literate and 589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandipadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,590 | 820 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 131 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 194 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 574 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 246 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Dandipadar
Dandipadar 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 Dandipadar
Dandipadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Dandipadar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dandipadar is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandipadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandipadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandipadar
Where is Dandipadar located?
Dandipadar village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandipadar is Badakodanda.
What is the pincode of Dandipadar?
The pincode of Dandipadar is 761126.
What is the population of Dandipadar?
Dandipadar has a total population of 1,590, including 820 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Dandipadar?
There are 343 households in Dandipadar.
What is the literacy rate in Dandipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandipadar is 62.96%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 55.45%.