Dimla - Jeypore, Koraput
Dimla is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Tankua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dimla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimla is 429089. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 764003 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dimla 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 Dimla
As per Census 2011, Dimla village has a total population of 400 people, consisting of 188 males and 212 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dimla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 400 | 188 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 60 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 33 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 85 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 103 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Dimla
Dimla 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 Dimla
Public transport in the Dimla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dimla is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dimla is about 27 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 Dimla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dimla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dimla
Where is Dimla located?
Dimla village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dimla?
The Gram Panchayat of Dimla is Tankua.
What is the pincode of Dimla?
The pincode of Dimla is 764003.
What is the population of Dimla?
Dimla has a total population of 400, including 188 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Dimla?
There are 96 households in Dimla.
What is the literacy rate in Dimla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimla is 37.00%. Male literacy is 45.21% and female literacy is 29.72%.