Dahangia - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Dahangia is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Burungijodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahangia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahangia is 416442. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dahangia 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 Dahangia
As per Census 2011, Dahangia village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 51 males and 62 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,215 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahangia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 16 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Dahangia
Dahangia 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 Dahangia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dahangia.
| 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 Dahangia is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dahangia is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahangia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dahangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahangia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahangia
Where is Dahangia located?
Dahangia village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahangia is Burungijodi.
What is the pincode of Dahangia?
The pincode of Dahangia is 762011.
What is the population of Dahangia?
Dahangia has a total population of 113, including 51 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Dahangia?
There are 24 households in Dahangia.
What is the literacy rate in Dahangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahangia is 53.98%. Male literacy is 68.63% and female literacy is 41.94%.