Dengam

Dengam is a village located in Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Khunta (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Dengam village is also a gram panchayat.

Dengam 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 Dengam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dengam is 390832. The village spans a total geographical area of 261 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757104. Baripada is nearest town to Dengam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Dengam

Below is a concise population overview of Dengam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 543 282 261
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 105 62 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 541 281 260
Literate Population 98 59 39
Illiterate Population 445 223 222

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dengam village:

  • The total population of Dengam village is around 543, including approximately 282 males and 261 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Dengam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dengam village has 541 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dengam village is about 18.05%, with male literacy at 20.92% and female literacy at 14.94%.
  • There are around 152 households in Dengam village.

Connectivity of Dengam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dengam. As per the 2011 stats, Dengam 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dengam

Knowing the nearby villages of Dengam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dengam.

Kusumghaty Chapaldihi Nuagan Dabak Baniabasa Srirampur Jadidar Mahuldihi Gopalpur Sanaolia Badaolia

Frequently Asked Questions about Dengam

Where is Dengam located?
Dengam village is situated in Khunta Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dengam?
Dengam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dengam?
The pincode of Dengam is 757104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dengam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dengam is 543, with 282 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Dengam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dengam village has a total of 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dengam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dengam is 18.05%. The male literacy rate is 20.92%, while the female literacy rate is 14.94%.