Dimili - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Dimili is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Durgapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dimili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimili is 417193. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Dimili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dimili
As per Census 2011, Dimili village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 71 males and 69 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dimili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 39 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Dimili
Dimili 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 Dimili
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dimili.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dimili is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dimili is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dimili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimili 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 Dimili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimili 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dimili
Where is Dimili located?
Dimili village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dimili?
The Gram Panchayat of Dimili is Durgapanga.
What is the pincode of Dimili?
The pincode of Dimili is 762105.
What is the population of Dimili?
Dimili has a total population of 140, including 71 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Dimili?
There are 29 households in Dimili.
What is the literacy rate in Dimili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimili is 43.57%. Male literacy is 45.07% and female literacy is 42.03%.