Dani - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Dani is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pabingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dani is 416360. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dani 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 Dani
According to the 2011 Census, Dani village had a total population of 121 people, including 55 males and 66 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.08%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 121 | 55 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 51 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 44 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 11 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Dani
Dani 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 Dani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dani.
| 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 Dani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dani is about 43 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 Dani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dani 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 Dani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dani 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 Dani
Where is Dani located?
Dani village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dani is Pabingia.
What is the pincode of Dani?
The pincode of Dani is 762011.
What is the population of Dani?
Dani had a total population of 121, including 55 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Dani?
Dani had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dani was 64.08%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 40.00%.