Dantuani - Bisoi, Mayurbhanj
Dantuani is a village situated in the Bisoi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisoi and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. N.b.pokharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dantuani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantuani is 388167. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 757033 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dantuani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dantuani
As per Census 2011, Dantuani village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 129 males and 144 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 249 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantuani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 129 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 120 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 82 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 47 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Dantuani
Dantuani 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 Dantuani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dantuani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Dantuani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Dantuani is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dantuani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantuani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dantuani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantuani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dantuani
Where is Dantuani located?
Dantuani village is located in Bisoi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantuani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dantuani is N.b.pokharia.
What is the pincode of Dantuani?
The pincode of Dantuani is 757033.
What is the population of Dantuani?
Dantuani has a total population of 273, including 129 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Dantuani?
There are 53 households in Dantuani.
What is the literacy rate in Dantuani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantuani is 52.01%. Male literacy is 63.57% and female literacy is 41.67%.