Dandapanga - Raikia, Kandhamal
Dandapanga is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mandakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandapanga is 417532. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dandapanga 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 Dandapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Dandapanga village had a total population of 117 people, including 57 males and 60 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.31%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 53.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 16 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Dandapanga
Dandapanga 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 Dandapanga
Dandapanga 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 <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 Dandapanga is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dandapanga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandapanga 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 Dandapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dandapanga
Where is Dandapanga located?
Dandapanga village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandapanga is Mandakia.
What is the pincode of Dandapanga?
The pincode of Dandapanga is 762101.
What is the population of Dandapanga?
Dandapanga had a total population of 117, including 57 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Dandapanga?
Dandapanga had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandapanga was 67.31%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 53.70%.