Dengasargi - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Dengasargi is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Basantapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dengasargi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dengasargi is 422908. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dengasargi 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 Dengasargi
As per Census 2011, Dengasargi village has a total population of 110 people, consisting of 53 males and 57 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dengasargi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 41 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Dengasargi
Dengasargi 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 Dengasargi
Dengasargi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dengasargi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dengasargi is about 57 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 Dengasargi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dengasargi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dengasargi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dengasargi 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 Dengasargi
Where is Dengasargi located?
Dengasargi village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dengasargi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dengasargi is Basantapada.
What is the pincode of Dengasargi?
The pincode of Dengasargi is 766027.
What is the population of Dengasargi?
Dengasargi has a total population of 110, including 53 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Dengasargi?
There are 25 households in Dengasargi.
What is the literacy rate in Dengasargi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dengasargi is 14.55%. Male literacy is 22.64% and female literacy is 7.02%.