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
According to the 2011 Census, Dandipadar village had a total population of 1,590 people, including 820 males and 770 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.31%, with male literacy at 83.31% and female literacy at 64.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 404, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,590 | 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 had a total population of 1,590, including 820 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Dandipadar?
Dandipadar had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandipadar was 74.31%. Male literacy was 83.31% and female literacy was 64.89%.