Dayapalli - Hinjili, Ganjam
Dayapalli is a village situated in the Hinjili tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hinjili and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Dayapalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dayapalli is 412346. The village covers a total geographical area of 444 hectares and falls under the 761101 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dayapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hinjili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dayapalli
As per Census 2011, Dayapalli village has a total population of 2,408 people, consisting of 1,176 males and 1,232 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,358 literate and 1,050 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dayapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,408 | 1,176 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 148 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,234 | 589 | 645 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,358 | 806 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 370 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Dayapalli
Dayapalli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Durbandha | North | 2.02 km |
| Godarapalli | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Mahulapalli | East | 2.08 km |
| Mahanapalli | North | 3.18 km |
| Palasi | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Chaitanapada | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Kanchuru | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Ankusapur | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Ratnapur | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Darubhadra | North | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dayapalli
Dayapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.1 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Dayapalli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dayapalli is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dayapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dayapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dayapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dayapalli 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dayapalli
Where is Dayapalli located?
Dayapalli village is located in Hinjili Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dayapalli?
Dayapalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dayapalli?
The pincode of Dayapalli is 761101.
What is the population of Dayapalli?
Dayapalli has a total population of 2,408, including 1,176 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Dayapalli?
There are 517 households in Dayapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Dayapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dayapalli is 56.40%. Male literacy is 68.54% and female literacy is 44.81%.