Dadanga - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Dadanga is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tumudibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadanga is 416943. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Dadanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadanga
According to the 2011 Census, Dadanga village had a total population of 169 people, including 89 males and 80 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.60%, with male literacy at 56.16% and female literacy at 31.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 150.
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 | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 80 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 41 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 48 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Dadanga
Dadanga 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 Dadanga
Dadanga 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 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Dadanga is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dadanga is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dadanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dadanga
Where is Dadanga located?
Dadanga village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadanga is Tumudibandh.
What is the pincode of Dadanga?
The pincode of Dadanga is 762107.
What is the population of Dadanga?
Dadanga had a total population of 169, including 89 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Dadanga?
Dadanga had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadanga was 44.60%. Male literacy was 56.16% and female literacy was 31.82%.