Dantia - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Dantia is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Sainkul and around 95 km from Kendujhar. Gadabandhagoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dantia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantia is 387306. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 758043 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dantia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dantia
According to the 2011 Census, Dantia village had a total population of 1,026 people, including 464 males and 562 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.78%, with male literacy at 90.39% and female literacy at 74.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 468, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 1,026 | 464 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 58 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 221 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 20 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 367 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 97 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Dantia
Dantia 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 Dantia
Dantia 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Dantia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Dantia is about 95 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 Dantia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dantia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dantia
Where is Dantia located?
Dantia village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dantia is Gadabandhagoda.
What is the pincode of Dantia?
The pincode of Dantia is 758043.
What is the population of Dantia?
Dantia had a total population of 1,026, including 464 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Dantia?
Dantia had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dantia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantia was 81.78%. Male literacy was 90.39% and female literacy was 74.53%.