Dengen - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Dengen is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Nakrundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dengen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dengen is 424350. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Dengen 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 Dengen
As per Census 2011, Dengen village has a total population of 81 people, consisting of 39 males and 42 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dengen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 35 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Dengen
Dengen 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 Dengen
Public transport in the Dengen 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 Dengen is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dengen is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dengen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dengen 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dengen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dengen 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 Dengen
Where is Dengen located?
Dengen village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dengen?
The Gram Panchayat of Dengen is Nakrundi.
What is the pincode of Dengen?
The pincode of Dengen is 766037.
What is the population of Dengen?
Dengen has a total population of 81, including 39 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Dengen?
There are 21 households in Dengen.
What is the literacy rate in Dengen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dengen is 6.17%. Male literacy is 10.26% and female literacy is 2.38%.