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
According to the 2011 Census, Dhonopur village had a total population of 2,884 people, including 1,455 males and 1,429 females, living in 647 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.60%, with male literacy at 55.84% and female literacy at 33.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,141, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,488.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,884, including 1,455 males and 1,429 females.
How many households are there in Dhonopur?
Dhonopur had 647 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhonopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhonopur was 44.60%. Male literacy was 55.84% and female literacy was 33.22%.