Dhekunpani - Komna, Nuapada
Dhekunpani is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Sunabeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhekunpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhekunpani is 421857. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhekunpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhekunpani
According to the 2011 Census, Dhekunpani village had a total population of 909 people, including 460 males and 449 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.76%, with male literacy at 55.13% and female literacy at 25.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 398.
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 | 909 | 460 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 70 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 207 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 215 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 245 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Dhekunpani
Dhekunpani 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 Dhekunpani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhekunpani.
| 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 Khariar Road to Dhekunpani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Dhekunpani is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhekunpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhekunpani 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 Dhekunpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhekunpani 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 Dhekunpani
Where is Dhekunpani located?
Dhekunpani village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekunpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekunpani is Sunabeda.
What is the pincode of Dhekunpani?
The pincode of Dhekunpani is 766106.
What is the population of Dhekunpani?
Dhekunpani had a total population of 909, including 460 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Dhekunpani?
Dhekunpani had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekunpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhekunpani was 40.76%. Male literacy was 55.13% and female literacy was 25.93%.