Dahaniguda - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Dahaniguda is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Budhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahaniguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahaniguda is 423837. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dahaniguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahaniguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dahaniguda village had a total population of 56 people, including 31 males and 25 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.33%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 40.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Dahaniguda
Dahaniguda 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 Dahaniguda
Dahaniguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dahaniguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Dahaniguda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dahaniguda is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahaniguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahaniguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dahaniguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahaniguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahaniguda
Where is Dahaniguda located?
Dahaniguda village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dahaniguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahaniguda is Budhipadar.
What is the pincode of Dahaniguda?
The pincode of Dahaniguda is 766014.
What is the population of Dahaniguda?
Dahaniguda had a total population of 56, including 31 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Dahaniguda?
Dahaniguda had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahaniguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahaniguda was 58.33%. Male literacy was 73.08% and female literacy was 40.91%.