Dharnimal - Boden, Nuapada
Dharnimal is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Babebir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharnimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharnimal is 422140. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 766118 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dharnimal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharnimal
According to the 2011 Census, Dharnimal village had a total population of 1,360 people, including 681 males and 679 females, living in 371 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.98%, with male literacy at 74.78% and female literacy at 39.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,360 | 681 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 90 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 430 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 251 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Dharnimal
Dharnimal 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 Dharnimal
Public transport in the Dharnimal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Khariar Road to Dharnimal is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Dharnimal is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharnimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharnimal 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 Dharnimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharnimal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharnimal
Where is Dharnimal located?
Dharnimal village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharnimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharnimal is Babebir.
What is the pincode of Dharnimal?
The pincode of Dharnimal is 766118.
What is the population of Dharnimal?
Dharnimal had a total population of 1,360, including 681 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Dharnimal?
Dharnimal had 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharnimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharnimal was 56.98%. Male literacy was 74.78% and female literacy was 39.27%.