Dakhinmul - Astaranga, Puri
Dakhinmul is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakhinmul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakhinmul is 409278. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dakhinmul 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 Dakhinmul
According to the 2011 Census, Dakhinmul village had a total population of 304 people, including 152 males and 152 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.04%, with male literacy at 96.48% and female literacy at 79.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304.
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 | 304 | 152 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 152 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 137 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 15 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Dakhinmul
Dakhinmul 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 Dakhinmul
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dakhinmul.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Dakhinmul is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dakhinmul is about 78 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 Dakhinmul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakhinmul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakhinmul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakhinmul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakhinmul
Where is Dakhinmul located?
Dakhinmul village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakhinmul?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakhinmul is Alasahi.
What is the pincode of Dakhinmul?
The pincode of Dakhinmul is 752109.
What is the population of Dakhinmul?
Dakhinmul had a total population of 304, including 152 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Dakhinmul?
Dakhinmul had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakhinmul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakhinmul was 88.04%. Male literacy was 96.48% and female literacy was 79.10%.