Dandigadia - Banapur, Khordha
Dandigadia is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Kumarangasasana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandigadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandigadia is 408513. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dandigadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandigadia
According to the 2011 Census, Dandigadia village had a total population of 770 people, including 398 males and 372 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.50%, with male literacy at 94.99% and female literacy at 81.68%.
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 | 770 | 398 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 322 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 76 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Dandigadia
Dandigadia 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 Dandigadia
Dandigadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dandigadia.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Dandigadia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Dandigadia is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandigadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandigadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandigadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandigadia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandigadia
Where is Dandigadia located?
Dandigadia village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandigadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandigadia is Kumarangasasana.
What is the pincode of Dandigadia?
The pincode of Dandigadia is 752031.
What is the population of Dandigadia?
Dandigadia had a total population of 770, including 398 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Dandigadia?
Dandigadia had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandigadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandigadia was 88.50%. Male literacy was 94.99% and female literacy was 81.68%.