Dihakarada - Astaranga, Puri
Dihakarada 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 75 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Talada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihakarada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihakarada is 409193. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 752119 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Dihakarada 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 Dihakarada
According to the 2011 Census, Dihakarada village had a total population of 1,273 people, including 626 males and 647 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.94%, with male literacy at 88.19% and female literacy at 75.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 1,273 | 626 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 939 | 493 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 133 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Dihakarada
Dihakarada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilatela Sara | North | 1.08 km |
| Edabans | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Chhelikulia | East | 1.74 km |
| Ashilo | North | 2.11 km |
| Rishala | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Dihatelasara | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Talada | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Machhagan | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Telaghadi | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Sukida | North | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dihakarada
Dihakarada 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 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Puri to Dihakarada is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dihakarada is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihakarada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihakarada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dihakarada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihakarada 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 Dihakarada
Where is Dihakarada located?
Dihakarada village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihakarada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihakarada is Talada.
What is the pincode of Dihakarada?
The pincode of Dihakarada is 752119.
What is the population of Dihakarada?
Dihakarada had a total population of 1,273, including 626 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Dihakarada?
Dihakarada had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dihakarada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihakarada was 81.94%. Male literacy was 88.19% and female literacy was 75.98%.