Dangerkia - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Dangerkia is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dimiriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangerkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangerkia is 416336. The village covers a total geographical area of 409 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dangerkia 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 Dangerkia
As per Census 2011, Dangerkia village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 396 males and 410 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 563 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangerkia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 396 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 279 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 208 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 188 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Dangerkia
Dangerkia 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 Dangerkia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dangerkia.
| 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 Dangerkia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dangerkia is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangerkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangerkia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dangerkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangerkia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dangerkia
Where is Dangerkia located?
Dangerkia village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangerkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangerkia is Dimiriguda.
What is the pincode of Dangerkia?
The pincode of Dangerkia is 762011.
What is the population of Dangerkia?
Dangerkia has a total population of 806, including 396 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Dangerkia?
There are 173 households in Dangerkia.
What is the literacy rate in Dangerkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangerkia is 38.96%. Male literacy is 52.53% and female literacy is 25.85%.