Dandamukunda Pur - Pipili, Puri
Dandamukunda Pur is a village situated in the Pipili tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipili and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dhandamakundapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandamukunda Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandamukunda Pur is 408764. The village covers a total geographical area of 568 hectares and falls under the 752104 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dandamukunda Pur 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 Dandamukunda Pur
As per Census 2011, Dandamukunda Pur village has a total population of 6,541 people, consisting of 3,368 males and 3,173 females. The village has 1,407 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,150 literate and 1,391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,559 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandamukunda Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,541 | 3,368 | 3,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 327 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,559 | 826 | 733 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 5,150 | 2,822 | 2,328 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,391 | 546 | 845 |
Nearby Villages of Dandamukunda Pur
Dandamukunda Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karimula | North | 1.02 km |
| Malibarahi | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Baragada | South | 1.68 km |
| Sampur | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Kanhupur | North | 2.00 km |
| Jamalapur | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Kothabad No-3 | West | 2.26 km |
| Kasarada | East | 2.58 km |
| Basupur | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Agarapada | South-East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandamukunda Pur
Dandamukunda Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jenapur Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pipili to Dandamukunda Pur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dandamukunda Pur is about 33 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 Dandamukunda Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandamukunda Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandamukunda Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandamukunda Pur 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 Dandamukunda Pur
Where is Dandamukunda Pur located?
Dandamukunda Pur village is located in Pipili Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandamukunda Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandamukunda Pur is Dhandamakundapur.
What is the pincode of Dandamukunda Pur?
The pincode of Dandamukunda Pur is 752104.
What is the population of Dandamukunda Pur?
Dandamukunda Pur has a total population of 6,541, including 3,368 males and 3,173 females.
How many households are there in Dandamukunda Pur?
There are 1,407 households in Dandamukunda Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Dandamukunda Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandamukunda Pur is 78.73%. Male literacy is 83.79% and female literacy is 73.37%.