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
As per Census 2011, Dadakangia village has a total population of 876 people, consisting of 452 males and 424 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 457 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadakangia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 876, including 452 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Dadakangia?
There are 204 households in Dadakangia.
What is the literacy rate in Dadakangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadakangia is 52.17%. Male literacy is 67.70% and female literacy is 35.61%.