Dakhinadandi - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Dakhinadandi is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Bandhapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakhinadandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakhinadandi is 395935. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dakhinadandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakhinadandi
According to the 2011 Census, Dakhinadandi village had a total population of 627 people, including 338 males and 289 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.68%, with male literacy at 95.74% and female literacy at 93.44%.
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 | 627 | 338 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 292 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 46 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Dakhinadandi
Dakhinadandi 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 Dakhinadandi
Dakhinadandi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Pattamundai to Dakhinadandi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Dakhinadandi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakhinadandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakhinadandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dakhinadandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakhinadandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dakhinadandi
Where is Dakhinadandi located?
Dakhinadandi village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dakhinadandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakhinadandi is Bandhapada.
What is the pincode of Dakhinadandi?
The pincode of Dakhinadandi is 754225.
What is the population of Dakhinadandi?
Dakhinadandi had a total population of 627, including 338 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Dakhinadandi?
Dakhinadandi had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakhinadandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakhinadandi was 94.68%. Male literacy was 95.74% and female literacy was 93.44%.