Dhinkia - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Dhinkia is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Abhyachandpur and around 25 km from Jagatsinghapur . Dhinkia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhinkia is 397309. The village covers a total geographical area of 854 hectares and falls under the 754141 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhinkia 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 Dhinkia
As per Census 2011, Dhinkia village has a total population of 4,141 people, consisting of 2,114 males and 2,027 females. The village has 832 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,181 literate and 960 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,649 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhinkia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,141 | 2,114 | 2,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 172 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,649 | 831 | 818 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,181 | 1,750 | 1,431 |
| Illiterate Population | 960 | 364 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Dhinkia
Dhinkia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Firikichhitakandha | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Trilochanpur | North | 2.19 km |
| Badakantakandha | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Abhayachandapur | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Gobindapur | West | 2.81 km |
| Baradakandha | North | 2.85 km |
| Kankardia | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Khasulidia | North | 3.24 km |
| Sunadiakandha | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Pratappur | North | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhinkia
Dhinkia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bogada, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Dhinkia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Dhinkia is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhinkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhinkia 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 Dhinkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhinkia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhinkia
Where is Dhinkia located?
Dhinkia village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhinkia?
Dhinkia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhinkia?
The pincode of Dhinkia is 754141.
What is the population of Dhinkia?
Dhinkia has a total population of 4,141, including 2,114 males and 2,027 females.
How many households are there in Dhinkia?
There are 832 households in Dhinkia.
What is the literacy rate in Dhinkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhinkia is 76.82%. Male literacy is 82.78% and female literacy is 70.60%.