Dandabadi Village - Boipariguda, Koraput
Dandabadi is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dandabadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandabadi is 429347. The village covers a total geographical area of 1231 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 115 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 Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandabadi
As per Census 2011, Dandabadi village has a total population of 3,143 people, consisting of 1,551 males and 1,592 females. The village has 722 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 641 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 858 literate and 2,285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 748 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,855 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandabadi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,143 | 1,551 | 1,592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 641 | 337 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 748 | 382 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,855 | 907 | 948 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 582 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,285 | 969 | 1,316 |
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
Public transport in the Dandabadi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dandabadi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandabadi
Where is Dandabadi located?
Dandabadi village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandabadi?
Dandabadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandabadi?
The pincode of Dandabadi is 764043.
What is the population of Dandabadi?
Dandabadi has a total population of 3,143, including 1,551 males and 1,592 females.
How many households are there in Dandabadi?
There are 722 households in Dandabadi.
What is the literacy rate in Dandabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandabadi is 27.30%. Male literacy is 37.52% and female literacy is 17.34%.