Dhinkia - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Dhinkia is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Ghasipura and around 93 km from Kendujhar. Deogaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhinkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhinkia is 386946. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 758025 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhinkia 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 Dhinkia
As per Census 2011, Dhinkia village has a total population of 593 people, consisting of 295 males and 298 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 430 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhinkia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 593 | 295 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 229 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 66 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Dhinkia
Dhinkia 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 Dhinkia
Dhinkia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhinkia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Dhinkia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Dhinkia 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 Dhinkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhinkia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhinkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhinkia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhinkia
Where is Dhinkia located?
Dhinkia village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhinkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhinkia is Deogaon.
What is the pincode of Dhinkia?
The pincode of Dhinkia is 758025.
What is the population of Dhinkia?
Dhinkia has a total population of 593, including 295 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Dhinkia?
There are 124 households in Dhinkia.
What is the literacy rate in Dhinkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhinkia is 72.51%. Male literacy is 77.63% and female literacy is 67.45%.