Dankia - Anandapur, Keonjhar
Dankia is a village situated in the Anandapur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Nandipada and around 93 km from Kendujhar. Taratara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dankia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dankia is 387156. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 758026 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Dankia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dankia
According to the 2011 Census, Dankia village had a total population of 161 people, including 79 males and 82 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.10%, with male literacy at 94.20% and female literacy at 63.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157.
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 | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 78 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 65 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 14 | 41 |
Transport and Connectivity of Dankia
Dankia 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 Kendujhar to Dankia is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Dankia is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dankia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dankia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dankia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dankia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dankia
Where is Dankia located?
Dankia village is located in Anandapur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dankia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dankia is Taratara.
What is the pincode of Dankia?
The pincode of Dankia is 758026.
What is the population of Dankia?
Dankia had a total population of 161, including 79 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Dankia?
Dankia had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dankia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dankia was 79.10%. Male literacy was 94.20% and female literacy was 63.08%.