Dholapita - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Dholapita is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Tarasingi and around 123 km from Chatrapur. Turumu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholapita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholapita is 410284. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dholapita 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 Dholapita
As per Census 2011, Dholapita village has a total population of 1,106 people, consisting of 550 males and 556 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 674 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholapita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,106 | 550 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 105 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 379 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 171 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Dholapita
Dholapita 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 Dholapita
Dholapita is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dholapita is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dholapita is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholapita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholapita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dholapita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholapita village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dholapita
Where is Dholapita located?
Dholapita village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholapita?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholapita is Turumu.
What is the pincode of Dholapita?
The pincode of Dholapita is 761131.
What is the population of Dholapita?
Dholapita has a total population of 1,106, including 550 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Dholapita?
There are 263 households in Dholapita.
What is the literacy rate in Dholapita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholapita is 60.94%. Male literacy is 68.91% and female literacy is 53.06%.