Dakhinapantal - Astaranga, Puri
Dakhinapantal is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakhinapantal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakhinapantal is 409216. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dakhinapantal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakhinapantal
According to the 2011 Census, Dakhinapantal village had a total population of 1,130 people, including 546 males and 584 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.02%, with male literacy at 90.66% and female literacy at 73.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 487.
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 | 1,130 | 546 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 43 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 232 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 456 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 90 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Dakhinapantal
Dakhinapantal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balipantal | South | 0.78 km |
| Nagar | North | 0.85 km |
| Dihabeghari | West | 1.76 km |
| Beghari | West | 1.77 km |
| Petapada | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Jharling | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Pokharia | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Alasahi | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Ananta | West | 2.79 km |
| Madhupur | South | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakhinapantal
Dakhinapantal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| 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 Nimapada to Dakhinapantal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dakhinapantal is about 76 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 Dakhinapantal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakhinapantal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dakhinapantal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakhinapantal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dakhinapantal
Where is Dakhinapantal located?
Dakhinapantal village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakhinapantal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakhinapantal is Nagar.
What is the pincode of Dakhinapantal?
The pincode of Dakhinapantal is 752109.
What is the population of Dakhinapantal?
Dakhinapantal had a total population of 1,130, including 546 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Dakhinapantal?
Dakhinapantal had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakhinapantal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakhinapantal was 82.02%. Male literacy was 90.66% and female literacy was 73.76%.