Dhaleswar - Nimapada, Puri
Dhaleswar is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dhaleswar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaleswar is 408969. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dhaleswar 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 Dhaleswar
As per Census 2011, Dhaleswar village has a total population of 1,055 people, consisting of 527 males and 528 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 834 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhaleswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,055 | 527 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 226 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 834 | 445 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 82 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaleswar
Dhaleswar 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 Dhaleswar
Dhaleswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Dhaleswar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dhaleswar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaleswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaleswar 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 Dhaleswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaleswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhaleswar
Where is Dhaleswar located?
Dhaleswar village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaleswar?
Dhaleswar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhaleswar?
The pincode of Dhaleswar is 752114.
What is the population of Dhaleswar?
Dhaleswar has a total population of 1,055, including 527 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Dhaleswar?
There are 259 households in Dhaleswar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaleswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaleswar is 79.05%. Male literacy is 84.44% and female literacy is 73.67%.