Dankia
Dankia is a village located in Nandipada tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Nandipada (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Taratara is the gram panchayat of Dankia village.
Dankia has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dankia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dankia is 387156. The village spans a total geographical area of 17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758022. Kendujhar is nearest town to Dankia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 97km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dankia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dankia
Below is a concise population overview of Dankia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 78 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 106 | 65 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 14 | 41 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dankia village:
- The total population of Dankia village is around 161, including approximately 79 males and 82 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Dankia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dankia village has 157 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dankia village is about 65.84%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 50.00%.
- There are around 38 households in Dankia village.
Connectivity of Dankia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dankia. As per the 2011 stats, Dankia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dankia
Knowing the nearby villages of Dankia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dankia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dankia
- Where is Dankia located?
- Dankia village is situated in Nandipada Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dankia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dankia is Taratara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dankia?
- The pincode of Dankia is 758022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dankia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dankia is 161, with 79 males and 82 females.
- How many households are there in Dankia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dankia village has a total of 38 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dankia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dankia is 65.84%. The male literacy rate is 82.28%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.