Dandakhal - Boipariguda, Koraput
Dandakhal is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ramagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandakhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandakhal is 429303. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Dandakhal 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 Dandakhal
As per Census 2011, Dandakhal village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 65 males and 75 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandakhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 65 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 65 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 55 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Dandakhal
Dandakhal 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 Dandakhal
Dandakhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dandakhal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Dandakhal is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dandakhal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandakhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandakhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandakhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandakhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dandakhal
Where is Dandakhal located?
Dandakhal village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandakhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandakhal is Ramagiri.
What is the pincode of Dandakhal?
The pincode of Dandakhal is 764043.
What is the population of Dandakhal?
Dandakhal has a total population of 140, including 65 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Dandakhal?
There are 32 households in Dandakhal.
What is the literacy rate in Dandakhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandakhal is 11.43%. Male literacy is 15.38% and female literacy is 8.00%.