Dhonopur - Jeypore, Koraput
Dhonopur is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhonopur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhonopur is 429039. The village covers a total geographical area of 971 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dhonopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhonopur
As per Census 2011, Dhonopur village has a total population of 2,884 people, consisting of 1,455 males and 1,429 females. The village has 647 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,048 literate and 1,836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,488 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhonopur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,884 | 1,455 | 1,429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 273 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,141 | 576 | 565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,488 | 749 | 739 |
| Literate Population | 1,048 | 660 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,836 | 795 | 1,041 |
Nearby Villages of Dhonopur
Dhonopur 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 Dhonopur
Public transport in the Dhonopur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jeypur to Dhonopur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dhonopur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhonopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhonopur 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 Dhonopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhonopur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhonopur
Where is Dhonopur located?
Dhonopur village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhonopur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhonopur is Dhanpur.
What is the pincode of Dhonopur?
The pincode of Dhonopur is 764002.
What is the population of Dhonopur?
Dhonopur has a total population of 2,884, including 1,455 males and 1,429 females.
How many households are there in Dhonopur?
There are 647 households in Dhonopur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhonopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhonopur is 36.34%. Male literacy is 45.36% and female literacy is 27.15%.