Dandasara - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Dandasara is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Umarkote and around 77 km from Nabarangapur . Jamaranda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandasara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandasara is 427382. The village covers a total geographical area of 1408 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dandasara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandasara
As per Census 2011, Dandasara village has a total population of 1,977 people, consisting of 989 males and 988 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 805 literate and 1,172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,648 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandasara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,977 | 989 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 204 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,648 | 813 | 835 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 527 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,172 | 462 | 710 |
Nearby Villages of Dandasara
Dandasara 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 Dandasara
Dandasara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Dandasara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Dandasara is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandasara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandasara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandasara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandasara 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 Dandasara
Where is Dandasara located?
Dandasara village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandasara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandasara is Jamaranda.
What is the pincode of Dandasara?
The pincode of Dandasara is 764073.
What is the population of Dandasara?
Dandasara has a total population of 1,977, including 989 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Dandasara?
There are 406 households in Dandasara.
What is the literacy rate in Dandasara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandasara is 40.72%. Male literacy is 53.29% and female literacy is 28.14%.