Dasabatia - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Dasabatia is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Baramundali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dasabatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dasabatia is 398423. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dasabatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dasabatia
As per Census 2011, Dasabatia village has a total population of 2,233 people, consisting of 1,200 males and 1,033 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,654 literate and 579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dasabatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,233 | 1,200 | 1,033 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,137 | 616 | 521 |
| Literate Population | 1,654 | 997 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 203 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Dasabatia
Dasabatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Podarua | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Naharana | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Nalara | North | 1.38 km |
| Bairakha | South | 1.52 km |
| Talanga | North | 1.53 km |
| Beda | West | 1.60 km |
| Kesarpur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Sunadhar | South | 2.04 km |
| Khadikadanda | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Sonaosokana | North | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dasabatia
Dasabatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Dasabatia is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dasabatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dasabatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dasabatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dasabatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dasabatia
Where is Dasabatia located?
Dasabatia village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dasabatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dasabatia is Baramundali.
What is the pincode of Dasabatia?
The pincode of Dasabatia is 754119.
What is the population of Dasabatia?
Dasabatia has a total population of 2,233, including 1,200 males and 1,033 females.
How many households are there in Dasabatia?
There are 489 households in Dasabatia.
What is the literacy rate in Dasabatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasabatia is 74.07%. Male literacy is 83.08% and female literacy is 63.60%.