Dhulinda - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Dhulinda is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kochiladiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhulinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhulinda is 391099. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 757101 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dhulinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhulinda
As per Census 2011, Dhulinda village has a total population of 320 people, consisting of 164 males and 156 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhulinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 164 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 95 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 69 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Dhulinda
Dhulinda 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 Dhulinda
Public transport in the Dhulinda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhulinda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Dhulinda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Dhulinda 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 Dhulinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhulinda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhulinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhulinda 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 Dhulinda
Where is Dhulinda located?
Dhulinda village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhulinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhulinda is Kochiladiha.
What is the pincode of Dhulinda?
The pincode of Dhulinda is 757101.
What is the population of Dhulinda?
Dhulinda has a total population of 320, including 164 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Dhulinda?
There are 95 households in Dhulinda.
What is the literacy rate in Dhulinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhulinda is 50.31%. Male literacy is 57.93% and female literacy is 42.31%.