Dandabad - Machh Kund, Koraput
Dandabad is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jalahanjar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandabad is 429518. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Dandabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dandabad
According to the 2011 Census, Dandabad village had a total population of 48 people, including 29 males and 19 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 655 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 6.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Dandabad
Dandabad 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 Dandabad
Public transport in the Dandabad is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Dandabad is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dandabad is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dandabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandabad 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 Dandabad
Where is Dandabad located?
Dandabad village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dandabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandabad is Jalahanjar.
What is the pincode of Dandabad?
The pincode of Dandabad is 764040.
What is the population of Dandabad?
Dandabad had a total population of 48, including 29 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Dandabad?
Dandabad had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandabad was 33.33%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 6.67%.