Danga - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Danga is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Phulabani and around 30 km from Phulbani. Bilabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danga is 415332. The village covers a total geographical area of 743 hectares and falls under the 762024 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Danga 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 Danga
According to the 2011 Census, Danga village had a total population of 343 people, including 182 males and 161 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.53%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 39.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 343 | 182 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 151 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 138 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 44 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Danga
Danga 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 Danga
Public transport in the Danga 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 >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 Danga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Danga is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Danga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danga
Where is Danga located?
Danga village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danga?
The Gram Panchayat of Danga is Bilabadi.
What is the pincode of Danga?
The pincode of Danga is 762024.
What is the population of Danga?
Danga had a total population of 343, including 182 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Danga?
Danga had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danga was 64.53%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 39.55%.