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
As per Census 2011, Dantia village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 464 males and 562 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,211 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 727 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 468 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,026, including 464 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Dantia?
There are 197 households in Dantia.
What is the literacy rate in Dantia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantia is 70.86%. Male literacy is 79.09% and female literacy is 64.06%.