Dandipur - Nimapada, Puri
Dandipur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kotakosang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandipur is 409052. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 752105 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dandipur 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 Dandipur
According to the 2011 Census, Dandipur village had a total population of 677 people, including 341 males and 336 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.55%, with male literacy at 95.18% and female literacy at 81.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 677 | 341 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 296 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 45 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Dandipur
Dandipur 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 Dandipur
Dandipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nimapada to Dandipur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dandipur 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 Dandipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandipur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandipur
Where is Dandipur located?
Dandipur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dandipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandipur is Kotakosang.
What is the pincode of Dandipur?
The pincode of Dandipur is 752105.
What is the population of Dandipur?
Dandipur had a total population of 677, including 341 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Dandipur?
Dandipur had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandipur was 88.55%. Male literacy was 95.18% and female literacy was 81.88%.