Daluakani - Astaranga, Puri
Daluakani 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. Chhuriana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daluakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daluakani is 409277. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Daluakani 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 Daluakani
As per Census 2011, Daluakani village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 227 males and 211 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daluakani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 227 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 174 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 53 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Daluakani
Daluakani 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 Daluakani
Daluakani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Daluakani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Daluakani 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 Daluakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daluakani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daluakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daluakani 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 Daluakani
Where is Daluakani located?
Daluakani village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daluakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Daluakani is Chhuriana.
What is the pincode of Daluakani?
The pincode of Daluakani is 752109.
What is the population of Daluakani?
Daluakani has a total population of 438, including 227 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Daluakani?
There are 103 households in Daluakani.
What is the literacy rate in Daluakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daluakani is 70.09%. Male literacy is 76.65% and female literacy is 63.03%.