Dangagaon - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Dangagaon is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Brahmanpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangagaon is 416026. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dangagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangagaon
As per Census 2011, Dangagaon village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 140 males and 141 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 140 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 109 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 31 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Dangagaon
Dangagaon 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 Dangagaon
Public transport in the Dangagaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dangagaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dangagaon is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dangagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dangagaon
Where is Dangagaon located?
Dangagaon village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangagaon is Brahmanpada.
What is the pincode of Dangagaon?
The pincode of Dangagaon is 762028.
What is the population of Dangagaon?
Dangagaon has a total population of 281, including 140 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Dangagaon?
There are 78 households in Dangagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dangagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangagaon is 65.84%. Male literacy is 77.86% and female literacy is 53.90%.