Dhirol - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Dhirol is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Hatigoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhirol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhirol is 388996. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhirol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhirol
As per Census 2011, Dhirol village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 139 males and 148 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhirol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 139 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 25 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 137 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 70 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 69 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Dhirol
Dhirol 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 Dhirol
Dhirol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Dhirol is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Dhirol is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhirol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhirol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhirol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhirol 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 Dhirol
Where is Dhirol located?
Dhirol village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhirol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhirol is Hatigoda.
What is the pincode of Dhirol?
The pincode of Dhirol is 757038.
What is the population of Dhirol?
Dhirol has a total population of 287, including 139 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Dhirol?
There are 67 households in Dhirol.
What is the literacy rate in Dhirol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhirol is 40.07%. Male literacy is 50.36% and female literacy is 30.41%.