Dengaragan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dengaragan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dengaragan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dengaragan is 416555. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Dengaragan 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 Dengaragan
According to the 2011 Census, Dengaragan village had a total population of 183 people, including 94 males and 89 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.78%, with male literacy at 29.73% and female literacy at 17.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 72 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Dengaragan
Dengaragan 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 Dengaragan
Public transport in the Dengaragan is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Dengaragan is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dengaragan is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dengaragan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dengaragan 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 Dengaragan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dengaragan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dengaragan
Where is Dengaragan located?
Dengaragan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dengaragan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dengaragan is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Dengaragan?
The pincode of Dengaragan is 762103.
What is the population of Dengaragan?
Dengaragan had a total population of 183, including 94 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Dengaragan?
Dengaragan had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dengaragan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dengaragan was 23.78%. Male literacy was 29.73% and female literacy was 17.39%.