Dandabadi - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Dandabadi is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Neelabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandabadi is 428772. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dandabadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandabadi
According to the 2011 Census, Dandabadi village had a total population of 161 people, including 78 males and 83 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.30%, with male literacy at 17.74% and female literacy at 6.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 161 | 78 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 78 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 67 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Dandabadi
Dandabadi 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 Dandabadi
Dandabadi 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dandabadi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dandabadi is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandabadi 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 Dandabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandabadi 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 Dandabadi
Where is Dandabadi located?
Dandabadi village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dandabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandabadi is Neelabadi.
What is the pincode of Dandabadi?
The pincode of Dandabadi is 764027.
What is the population of Dandabadi?
Dandabadi had a total population of 161, including 78 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Dandabadi?
Dandabadi had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandabadi was 12.30%. Male literacy was 17.74% and female literacy was 6.67%.