Dasiketa - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Dasiketa is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Greenbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dasiketa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dasiketa is 417429. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Dasiketa 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 Dasiketa
As per Census 2011, Dasiketa village has a total population of 501 people, consisting of 236 males and 265 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,122 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 439 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dasiketa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 236 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 211 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 130 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 106 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Dasiketa
Dasiketa 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 Dasiketa
Public transport in the Dasiketa 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Dasiketa is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dasiketa is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dasiketa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dasiketa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dasiketa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dasiketa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dasiketa
Where is Dasiketa located?
Dasiketa village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dasiketa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dasiketa is Greenbadi.
What is the pincode of Dasiketa?
The pincode of Dasiketa is 762104.
What is the population of Dasiketa?
Dasiketa has a total population of 501, including 236 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Dasiketa?
There are 102 households in Dasiketa.
What is the literacy rate in Dasiketa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasiketa is 40.72%. Male literacy is 55.08% and female literacy is 27.92%.