Dakhinakula - Darpan, Jajpur
Dakhinakula is a village situated in the Darpan tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Balichandrapur and around 70 km from Jajapur . Anaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakhinakula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakhinakula is 401800. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 755044 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Dakhinakula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barchana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakhinakula
According to the 2011 Census, Dakhinakula village had a total population of 685 people, including 357 males and 328 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.00%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 73.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 685 | 357 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 273 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 84 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Dakhinakula
Dakhinakula 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 Dakhinakula
Dakhinakula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dakhinakula has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Dakhinakula is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Dakhinakula is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakhinakula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakhinakula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dakhinakula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakhinakula 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 Dakhinakula
Where is Dakhinakula located?
Dakhinakula village is located in Darpan Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dakhinakula?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakhinakula is Anaka.
What is the pincode of Dakhinakula?
The pincode of Dakhinakula is 755044.
What is the population of Dakhinakula?
Dakhinakula had a total population of 685, including 357 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Dakhinakula?
Dakhinakula had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakhinakula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakhinakula was 82.00%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 73.99%.