Dhngesu - Raikia, Kandhamal
Dhngesu is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhngesu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhngesu is 417594. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.82 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dhngesu 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 Dhngesu
According to the 2011 Census, Dhngesu village had a total population of 43 people, including 26 males and 17 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 654 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.11%, with male literacy at 4.76% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 25 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Dhngesu
Dhngesu 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 Dhngesu
Public transport in the Dhngesu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Dhngesu is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dhngesu is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhngesu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhngesu 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 Dhngesu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhngesu 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 Dhngesu
Where is Dhngesu located?
Dhngesu village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhngesu?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhngesu is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Dhngesu?
The pincode of Dhngesu is 762101.
What is the population of Dhngesu?
Dhngesu had a total population of 43, including 26 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Dhngesu?
Dhngesu had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhngesu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhngesu was 8.11%. Male literacy was 4.76% and female literacy was 12.50%.