Dandilo - Balianta, Khordha
Dandilo is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Sarakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandilo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandilo is 407565. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dandilo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandilo
According to the 2011 Census, Dandilo village had a total population of 680 people, including 349 males and 331 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.80%, with male literacy at 90.82% and female literacy at 78.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 680 | 349 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 287 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 62 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Dandilo
Dandilo 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 Dandilo
Public transport in the Dandilo is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dandilo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Dandilo is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Dandilo is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandilo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandilo 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 Dandilo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandilo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandilo
Where is Dandilo located?
Dandilo village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dandilo?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandilo is Sarakana.
What is the pincode of Dandilo?
The pincode of Dandilo is 752101.
What is the population of Dandilo?
Dandilo had a total population of 680, including 349 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Dandilo?
Dandilo had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandilo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandilo was 84.80%. Male literacy was 90.82% and female literacy was 78.38%.