Dadingia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Dadingia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dadingia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadingia is 417546. The village covers a total geographical area of 1227 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dadingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadingia
According to the 2011 Census, Dadingia village had a total population of 1,354 people, including 666 males and 688 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.49%, with male literacy at 73.22% and female literacy at 52.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 994.
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 | 1,354 | 666 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 91 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 32 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 994 | 500 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 421 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 245 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Dadingia
Dadingia 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 Dadingia
Dadingia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Dadingia is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dadingia is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadingia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dadingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadingia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadingia
Where is Dadingia located?
Dadingia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadingia?
Dadingia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadingia?
The pincode of Dadingia is 762101.
What is the population of Dadingia?
Dadingia had a total population of 1,354, including 666 males and 688 females.
How many households are there in Dadingia?
Dadingia had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadingia was 62.49%. Male literacy was 73.22% and female literacy was 52.44%.