Delangakothabar - Delanga, Puri
Delangakothabar is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Celangkothabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Delangakothabar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Delangakothabar is 408612. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Delangakothabar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Delangakothabar
As per Census 2011, Delangakothabar village has a total population of 2,471 people, consisting of 1,248 males and 1,223 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,870 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Delangakothabar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,471 | 1,248 | 1,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 134 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 350 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,870 | 1,013 | 857 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 235 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Delangakothabar
Delangakothabar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramachandrapur | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Dakapara | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Manijipur | South | 1.34 km |
| Benupara | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Gauradeipur | North | 1.42 km |
| Beraboi | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Mohanapur | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Sujanapur | North | 2.03 km |
| Ayatanarua | East | 2.15 km |
| Ankula | West | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Delangakothabar
Delangakothabar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanas Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Delangakothabar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Delangakothabar is about 37 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 Delangakothabar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Delangakothabar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Delangakothabar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Delangakothabar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Delangakothabar
Where is Delangakothabar located?
Delangakothabar village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Delangakothabar?
The Gram Panchayat of Delangakothabar is Celangkothabada.
What is the pincode of Delangakothabar?
The pincode of Delangakothabar is 752015.
What is the population of Delangakothabar?
Delangakothabar has a total population of 2,471, including 1,248 males and 1,223 females.
How many households are there in Delangakothabar?
There are 505 households in Delangakothabar.
What is the literacy rate in Delangakothabar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delangakothabar is 75.68%. Male literacy is 81.17% and female literacy is 70.07%.