Dantuni
Dantuni is a village located in Barsahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Barsahi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Bireswarpur is the gram panchayat of Dantuni village.
Dantuni has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dantuni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dantuni is 390614. The village spans a total geographical area of 174 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757075. Baripada is nearest town to Dantuni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dantuni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dantuni
Population of Dantuni
Below is a concise population overview of Dantuni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,434 | 703 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 97 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 627 | 307 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 482 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 221 | 408 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dantuni village:
- The total population of Dantuni village is around 1,434, including approximately 703 males and 731 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Dantuni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dantuni village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 627 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dantuni village is about 56.14%, with male literacy at 68.56% and female literacy at 44.19%.
- There are around 347 households in Dantuni village.
Connectivity of Dantuni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dantuni. As per the 2011 stats, Dantuni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dantuni
Knowing the nearby villages of Dantuni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dantuni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dantuni
- Where is Dantuni located?
- Dantuni village is situated in Barsahi Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dantuni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dantuni is Bireswarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dantuni?
- The pincode of Dantuni is 757075, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dantuni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dantuni is 1,434, with 703 males and 731 females.
- How many households are there in Dantuni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dantuni village has a total of 347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dantuni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dantuni is 56.14%. The male literacy rate is 68.56%, while the female literacy rate is 44.19%.