Dadakangia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dadakangia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dadakangia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadakangia is 416759. The village covers a total geographical area of 370 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Dadakangia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadakangia
According to the 2011 Census, Dadakangia village had a total population of 876 people, including 452 males and 424 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.67%, with male literacy at 81.17% and female literacy at 41.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 274.
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 | 876 | 452 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 75 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 127 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 306 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 146 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Dadakangia
Dadakangia 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 Dadakangia
Dadakangia 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Dadakangia is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dadakangia is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadakangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadakangia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dadakangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadakangia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadakangia
Where is Dadakangia located?
Dadakangia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dadakangia?
Dadakangia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadakangia?
The pincode of Dadakangia is 762109.
What is the population of Dadakangia?
Dadakangia had a total population of 876, including 452 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Dadakangia?
Dadakangia had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadakangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadakangia was 61.67%. Male literacy was 81.17% and female literacy was 41.48%.