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
According to the 2011 Census, Daluakani village had a total population of 438 people, including 227 males and 211 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.88%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 66.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 438 | 227 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 438, including 227 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Daluakani?
Daluakani had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daluakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daluakani was 74.88%. Male literacy was 82.46% and female literacy was 66.83%.