Dakeringia - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Dakeringia is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gresingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakeringia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakeringia is 415798. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dakeringia 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 Dakeringia
According to the 2011 Census, Dakeringia village had a total population of 391 people, including 222 males and 169 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 761 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.65%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 56.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 284.
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 | 391 | 222 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 46 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 159 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 176 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 46 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Dakeringia
Dakeringia 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 Dakeringia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dakeringia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Dakeringia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dakeringia is about 63 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 Dakeringia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakeringia 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dakeringia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakeringia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakeringia
Where is Dakeringia located?
Dakeringia village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakeringia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakeringia is Gresingia.
What is the pincode of Dakeringia?
The pincode of Dakeringia is 762100.
What is the population of Dakeringia?
Dakeringia had a total population of 391, including 222 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Dakeringia?
Dakeringia had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakeringia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakeringia was 73.65%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 56.38%.