Dhanrakhaman - Karlamunda, Kalahandi
Dhanrakhaman is a village situated in the Karlamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Madanpur Rampur and around 82 km from Bhawanipatna. Gajabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanrakhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanrakhaman is 422406. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 766031 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhanrakhaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanrakhaman
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanrakhaman village had a total population of 251 people, including 124 males and 127 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.62%, with male literacy at 68.69% and female literacy at 47.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 251 | 124 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 56 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanrakhaman
Dhanrakhaman 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 Dhanrakhaman
Dhanrakhaman is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kesinga to Dhanrakhaman is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dhanrakhaman 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 Dhanrakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanrakhaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanrakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanrakhaman 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanrakhaman
Where is Dhanrakhaman located?
Dhanrakhaman village is located in Karlamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanrakhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanrakhaman is Gajabahal.
What is the pincode of Dhanrakhaman?
The pincode of Dhanrakhaman is 766031.
What is the population of Dhanrakhaman?
Dhanrakhaman had a total population of 251, including 124 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Dhanrakhaman?
Dhanrakhaman had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanrakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanrakhaman was 57.62%. Male literacy was 68.69% and female literacy was 47.75%.