Dharanikudi
Dharanikudi is a village located in Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmagiri (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Dharanikudi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dharanikudi unique in its vibrant Brahmagiri-Puri region. You’ll see Dharanikudi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dharanikudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharanikudi is 409981. The village spans a total geographical area of 613 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752011. Puri is nearest town to Dharanikudi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Dharanikudi
Population of Dharanikudi
According to the 2011 Census, Dharanikudi has a total population of about 2,286, with approximately 1,176 males and 1,110 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 226 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.33%, with male literacy at about 82.82% and female literacy near 69.46%. There are around 501 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharanikudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,286 | 1,176 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 123 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,745 | 974 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 202 | 339 |
Connectivity of Dharanikudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharanikudi. As per the 2011 stats, Dharanikudi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharanikudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharanikudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharanikudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharanikudi
- Where is Dharanikudi located?
- Dharanikudi village is situated in Brahmagiri Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharanikudi?
- Dharanikudi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dharanikudi?
- The pincode of Dharanikudi is 752011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharanikudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharanikudi is 2,286, with 1,176 males and 1,110 females.
- How many households are there in Dharanikudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharanikudi village has a total of 501 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharanikudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharanikudi is 76.33%. The male literacy rate is 82.82%, while the female literacy rate is 69.46%.