Dangabahal - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Dangabahal is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Trilochanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangabahal is 423065. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Dangabahal 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 Dangabahal
According to the 2011 Census, Dangabahal village had a total population of 49 people, including 26 males and 23 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.41%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dangabahal
Dangabahal 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 Dangabahal
Dangabahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dangabahal is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dangabahal is about 71 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 Dangabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangabahal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangabahal 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 Dangabahal
Where is Dangabahal located?
Dangabahal village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dangabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangabahal is Trilochanpur.
What is the pincode of Dangabahal?
The pincode of Dangabahal is 766027.
What is the population of Dangabahal?
Dangabahal had a total population of 49, including 26 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Dangabahal?
Dangabahal had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangabahal was 56.41%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 30.00%.