Dingiragaon - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Dingiragaon is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dindiragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dingiragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dingiragaon is 416318. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dingiragaon 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 Dingiragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dingiragaon village had a total population of 505 people, including 260 males and 245 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.46%, with male literacy at 88.69% and female literacy at 53.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 505 | 260 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 108 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 196 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 64 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Dingiragaon
Dingiragaon 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 Dingiragaon
Dingiragaon 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 Dingiragaon is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dingiragaon is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dingiragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dingiragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dingiragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dingiragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dingiragaon
Where is Dingiragaon located?
Dingiragaon village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dingiragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dingiragaon is Dindiragaon.
What is the pincode of Dingiragaon?
The pincode of Dingiragaon is 762011.
What is the population of Dingiragaon?
Dingiragaon had a total population of 505, including 260 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Dingiragaon?
Dingiragaon had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dingiragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dingiragaon was 71.46%. Male literacy was 88.69% and female literacy was 53.92%.