Dharmakirti - Brahmagiri, Puri
Dharmakirti is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Raididhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharmakirti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmakirti is 409938. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dharmakirti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmakirti
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmakirti village had a total population of 600 people, including 314 males and 286 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.36%, with male literacy at 96.13% and female literacy at 77.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 600 | 314 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 273 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 41 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmakirti
Dharmakirti 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 Dharmakirti
Dharmakirti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Dharmakirti is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dharmakirti is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmakirti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmakirti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dharmakirti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmakirti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dharmakirti
Where is Dharmakirti located?
Dharmakirti village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmakirti?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharmakirti is Raididhara.
What is the pincode of Dharmakirti?
The pincode of Dharmakirti is 752011.
What is the population of Dharmakirti?
Dharmakirti had a total population of 600, including 314 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Dharmakirti?
Dharmakirti had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmakirti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmakirti was 87.36%. Male literacy was 96.13% and female literacy was 77.86%.