Dalavanapur - Nimapada, Puri
Dalavanapur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Gadapadanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalavanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalavanapur is 408875. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dalavanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalavanapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dalavanapur village had a total population of 1,098 people, including 557 males and 541 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.75%, with male literacy at 92.34% and female literacy at 81.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 525, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,098 | 557 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 525 | 261 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 851 | 458 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 99 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Dalavanapur
Dalavanapur 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 Dalavanapur
Dalavanapur 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipili to Dalavanapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dalavanapur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalavanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalavanapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dalavanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalavanapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dalavanapur
Where is Dalavanapur located?
Dalavanapur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dalavanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalavanapur is Gadapadanpur.
What is the pincode of Dalavanapur?
The pincode of Dalavanapur is 752114.
What is the population of Dalavanapur?
Dalavanapur had a total population of 1,098, including 557 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Dalavanapur?
Dalavanapur had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalavanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalavanapur was 86.75%. Male literacy was 92.34% and female literacy was 81.03%.