Dangari Guda - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Dangari Guda is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rangalipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangari Guda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangari Guda is 424026. The village covers a total geographical area of 496 hectares and falls under the 766028 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dangari Guda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangari Guda
As per Census 2011, Dangari Guda village has a total population of 1,493 people, consisting of 736 males and 757 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 776 literate and 717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 652 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangari Guda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,493 | 736 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 155 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 331 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 776 | 484 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 252 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Dangari Guda
Dangari Guda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kachhar Padar | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Kadopadar | South | 1.96 km |
| Batiguda | East | 2.18 km |
| Saras Mal | North | 2.24 km |
| Rengal Pali | West | 2.53 km |
| Chhili Pamal | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Phupgaon | South | 3.76 km |
| Chilguda | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Panigan | West | 3.94 km |
| Jalatamunda | South-East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dangari Guda
Dangari Guda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Junagarh to Dangari Guda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dangari Guda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangari Guda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangari Guda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dangari Guda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangari Guda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dangari Guda
Where is Dangari Guda located?
Dangari Guda village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangari Guda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangari Guda is Rangalipali.
What is the pincode of Dangari Guda?
The pincode of Dangari Guda is 766028.
What is the population of Dangari Guda?
Dangari Guda has a total population of 1,493, including 736 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Dangari Guda?
There are 373 households in Dangari Guda.
What is the literacy rate in Dangari Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangari Guda is 51.98%. Male literacy is 65.76% and female literacy is 38.57%.