Dhanurjayapur - Kodala, Ganjam
Dhanurjayapur is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Digapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanurjayapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanurjayapur is 411755. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 761032 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Dhanurjayapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanurjayapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanurjayapur village had a total population of 1,139 people, including 585 males and 554 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.84%, with male literacy at 78.08% and female literacy at 53.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 1,139 | 585 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 399 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 186 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanurjayapur
Dhanurjayapur 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 Dhanurjayapur
Dhanurjayapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Dhanurjayapur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dhanurjayapur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanurjayapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanurjayapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanurjayapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanurjayapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanurjayapur
Where is Dhanurjayapur located?
Dhanurjayapur village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhanurjayapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanurjayapur is Digapada.
What is the pincode of Dhanurjayapur?
The pincode of Dhanurjayapur is 761032.
What is the population of Dhanurjayapur?
Dhanurjayapur had a total population of 1,139, including 585 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Dhanurjayapur?
Dhanurjayapur had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanurjayapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanurjayapur was 65.84%. Male literacy was 78.08% and female literacy was 53.14%.