Dagamaha(B) - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Dagamaha(B) is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Baliguda and around 105 km from Phulbani. Budaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dagamaha(B) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagamaha(B) is 416786. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 119 km away.
Dagamaha(B) 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 Dagamaha(B)
As per Census 2011, Dagamaha(B) village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 138 males and 142 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dagamaha(B) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 138 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 118 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 41 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 97 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Dagamaha(B)
Dagamaha(B) 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 Dagamaha(B)
Public transport in the Dagamaha(B) 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 Dagamaha(B) is about 119 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dagamaha(B) is about 105 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 Dagamaha(B)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagamaha(B) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dagamaha(B)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagamaha(B) 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dagamaha(B)
Where is Dagamaha(B) located?
Dagamaha(B) village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dagamaha(B)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dagamaha(B) is Budaguda.
What is the pincode of Dagamaha(B)?
The pincode of Dagamaha(B) is 762103.
What is the population of Dagamaha(B)?
Dagamaha(B) has a total population of 280, including 138 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Dagamaha(B)?
There are 55 households in Dagamaha(B).
What is the literacy rate in Dagamaha(B)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagamaha(B) is 19.64%. Male literacy is 29.71% and female literacy is 9.86%.