Dandimaha - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Dandimaha is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Shraniketa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandimaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandimaha is 417408. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Dandimaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandimaha
As per Census 2011, Dandimaha village has a total population of 560 people, consisting of 292 males and 268 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 279 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandimaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 560 | 292 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 52 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 145 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 194 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 98 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Dandimaha
Dandimaha 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 Dandimaha
Public transport in the Dandimaha 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 Surada to Dandimaha is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dandimaha is about 104 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 Dandimaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandimaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandimaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandimaha 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandimaha
Where is Dandimaha located?
Dandimaha village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandimaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandimaha is Shraniketa.
What is the pincode of Dandimaha?
The pincode of Dandimaha is 762104.
What is the population of Dandimaha?
Dandimaha has a total population of 560, including 292 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Dandimaha?
There are 133 households in Dandimaha.
What is the literacy rate in Dandimaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandimaha is 55.89%. Male literacy is 66.44% and female literacy is 44.40%.