Dendrabahali - Narala, Kalahandi
Dendrabahali is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rupra Road serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dendrabahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dendrabahali is 422740. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 766101 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dendrabahali 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 Dendrabahali
As per Census 2011, Dendrabahali village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 174 males and 173 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dendrabahali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 174 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 112 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 62 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Dendrabahali
Dendrabahali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gudipata | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Budhi Padar | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Surupadar | East | 1.88 km |
| Lakhpadar | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Balsi | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Kalarpadar | North | 2.75 km |
| Arjun Gaon | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Mursing | East | 3.52 km |
| Dhanramal | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Turla | West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dendrabahali
Dendrabahali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kandel Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Dendrabahali is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dendrabahali is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dendrabahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dendrabahali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dendrabahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dendrabahali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dendrabahali
Where is Dendrabahali located?
Dendrabahali village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dendrabahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dendrabahali is Rupra Road.
What is the pincode of Dendrabahali?
The pincode of Dendrabahali is 766101.
What is the population of Dendrabahali?
Dendrabahali has a total population of 347, including 174 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Dendrabahali?
There are 88 households in Dendrabahali.
What is the literacy rate in Dendrabahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dendrabahali is 58.50%. Male literacy is 64.37% and female literacy is 52.60%.