Dagirigan - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Dagirigan is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dagirigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagirigan is 416922. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Dagirigan 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 Dagirigan
According to the 2011 Census, Dagirigan village had a total population of 294 people, including 149 males and 145 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.12%, with male literacy at 58.21% and female literacy at 33.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 265.
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 | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 131 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 78 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 71 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Dagirigan
Dagirigan 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 Dagirigan
Dagirigan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dagirigan is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dagirigan is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dagirigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagirigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dagirigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagirigan 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 Dagirigan
Where is Dagirigan located?
Dagirigan village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dagirigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dagirigan is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Dagirigan?
The pincode of Dagirigan is 762107.
What is the population of Dagirigan?
Dagirigan had a total population of 294, including 149 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Dagirigan?
Dagirigan had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagirigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagirigan was 46.12%. Male literacy was 58.21% and female literacy was 33.06%.