Dandimaska - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Dandimaska is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gochhandengaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandimaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandimaska is 422444. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Dandimaska 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 Dandimaska
According to the 2011 Census, Dandimaska village had a total population of 100 people, including 50 males and 50 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.56%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 26.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 28 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Dandimaska
Dandimaska 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 Dandimaska
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dandimaska.
| 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 Kesinga to Dandimaska is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dandimaska is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandimaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandimaska 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 Dandimaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandimaska 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dandimaska
Where is Dandimaska located?
Dandimaska village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dandimaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandimaska is Gochhandengaon.
What is the pincode of Dandimaska?
The pincode of Dandimaska is 766102.
What is the population of Dandimaska?
Dandimaska had a total population of 100, including 50 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Dandimaska?
Dandimaska had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandimaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandimaska was 47.56%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 26.19%.