Dimirikhol - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Dimirikhol is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dimirikhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimirikhol is 415656. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dimirikhol 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 Dimirikhol
As per Census 2011, Dimirikhol village has a total population of 473 people, consisting of 249 males and 224 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dimirikhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 249 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 69 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 100 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 199 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 50 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Dimirikhol
Dimirikhol 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 Dimirikhol
Public transport in the Dimirikhol 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 Phulabani to Dimirikhol is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dimirikhol is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dimirikhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimirikhol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dimirikhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimirikhol 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dimirikhol
Where is Dimirikhol located?
Dimirikhol village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dimirikhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dimirikhol is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Dimirikhol?
The pincode of Dimirikhol is 762012.
What is the population of Dimirikhol?
Dimirikhol has a total population of 473, including 249 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Dimirikhol?
There are 123 households in Dimirikhol.
What is the literacy rate in Dimirikhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimirikhol is 68.92%. Male literacy is 79.92% and female literacy is 56.70%.