Dhamanguda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Dhamanguda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 71 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Sindhikaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhamanguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamanguda is 424192. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Dhamanguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhamanguda
As per Census 2011, Dhamanguda village has a total population of 889 people, consisting of 424 males and 465 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamanguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 889 | 424 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 166 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 145 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 279 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamanguda
Dhamanguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atigaon | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Churagaon | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Sindhikaguda | West | 1.66 km |
| Benger | South | 2.18 km |
| Podaguda | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Chirka | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Bandakana | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Temera | North | 3.68 km |
| Polkamunda | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Kanakpur | South | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhamanguda
Dhamanguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.1 km.
| 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 Junagarh to Dhamanguda is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dhamanguda is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamanguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamanguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamanguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamanguda 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 Dhamanguda
Where is Dhamanguda located?
Dhamanguda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamanguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamanguda is Sindhikaguda.
What is the pincode of Dhamanguda?
The pincode of Dhamanguda is 766018.
What is the population of Dhamanguda?
Dhamanguda has a total population of 889, including 424 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Dhamanguda?
There are 201 households in Dhamanguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamanguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamanguda is 27.56%. Male literacy is 34.20% and female literacy is 21.51%.