Dangarpada - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Dangarpada is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ratanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangarpada is 416372. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dangarpada 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 Dangarpada
According to the 2011 Census, Dangarpada village had a total population of 338 people, including 174 males and 164 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.90%, with male literacy at 83.01% and female literacy at 54.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 335.
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 | 338 | 174 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 171 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 127 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 47 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Dangarpada
Dangarpada 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 Dangarpada
Dangarpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Dangarpada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dangarpada is about 35 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 Dangarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangarpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dangarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangarpada 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dangarpada
Where is Dangarpada located?
Dangarpada village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dangarpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangarpada is Ratanga.
What is the pincode of Dangarpada?
The pincode of Dangarpada is 762011.
What is the population of Dangarpada?
Dangarpada had a total population of 338, including 174 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Dangarpada?
Dangarpada had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangarpada was 68.90%. Male literacy was 83.01% and female literacy was 54.11%.