Dingelikia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dingelikia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rutungia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dingelikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dingelikia is 416768. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Dingelikia 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 Dingelikia
According to the 2011 Census, Dingelikia village had a total population of 140 people, including 74 males and 66 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.50%, with male literacy at 68.25% and female literacy at 35.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 43 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 31 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Dingelikia
Dingelikia 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 Dingelikia
Dingelikia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Dingelikia is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dingelikia is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dingelikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dingelikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dingelikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dingelikia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dingelikia
Where is Dingelikia located?
Dingelikia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dingelikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dingelikia is Rutungia.
What is the pincode of Dingelikia?
The pincode of Dingelikia is 762103.
What is the population of Dingelikia?
Dingelikia had a total population of 140, including 74 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Dingelikia?
Dingelikia had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dingelikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dingelikia was 52.50%. Male literacy was 68.25% and female literacy was 35.09%.