Dalbali - Raikia, Kandhamal
Dalbali is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dadingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalbali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalbali is 417545. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dalbali 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 Dalbali
As per Census 2011, Dalbali village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 96 males and 99 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalbali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 3 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 60 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 36 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Dalbali
Dalbali 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 Dalbali
Public transport in the Dalbali 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 Dalbali is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dalbali is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalbali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalbali 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 Dalbali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalbali 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 Dalbali
Where is Dalbali located?
Dalbali village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalbali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalbali is Dadingia.
What is the pincode of Dalbali?
The pincode of Dalbali is 762101.
What is the population of Dalbali?
Dalbali has a total population of 195, including 96 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Dalbali?
There are 47 households in Dalbali.
What is the literacy rate in Dalbali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalbali is 48.21%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 34.34%.