Dharaniponkal - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Dharaniponkal is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Titrapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharaniponkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharaniponkal is 415671. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 762029 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dharaniponkal 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 Dharaniponkal
According to the 2011 Census, Dharaniponkal village had a total population of 56 people, including 26 males and 30 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.70%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 62.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Dharaniponkal
Dharaniponkal 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 Dharaniponkal
Dharaniponkal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Phulabani to Dharaniponkal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dharaniponkal is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharaniponkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharaniponkal 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 Dharaniponkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharaniponkal 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 Dharaniponkal
Where is Dharaniponkal located?
Dharaniponkal village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharaniponkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharaniponkal is Titrapanga.
What is the pincode of Dharaniponkal?
The pincode of Dharaniponkal is 762029.
What is the population of Dharaniponkal?
Dharaniponkal had a total population of 56, including 26 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Dharaniponkal?
Dharaniponkal had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharaniponkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharaniponkal was 71.70%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 62.07%.