Dimiripali - Raikia, Kandhamal
Dimiripali is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dimiripali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimiripali is 417625. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Dimiripali 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 Dimiripali
According to the 2011 Census, Dimiripali village had a total population of 123 people, including 64 males and 59 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.22%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 49.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 44 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Dimiripali
Dimiripali 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 Dimiripali
Public transport in the Dimiripali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Dimiripali is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dimiripali is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dimiripali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimiripali 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 Dimiripali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimiripali 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 Dimiripali
Where is Dimiripali located?
Dimiripali village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dimiripali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dimiripali is Ranaba.
What is the pincode of Dimiripali?
The pincode of Dimiripali is 762101.
What is the population of Dimiripali?
Dimiripali had a total population of 123, including 64 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Dimiripali?
Dimiripali had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dimiripali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimiripali was 64.22%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 49.06%.