Bada Dhandra - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Bada Dhandra is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from Muniguda and around 62 km from Rayagada . Hatamuniguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bada Dhandra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bada Dhandra is 424957. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Bada Dhandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bada Dhandra
According to the 2011 Census, Bada Dhandra village had a total population of 328 people, including 166 males and 162 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.02%, with male literacy at 64.79% and female literacy at 29.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 328 | 166 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 63 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 92 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 74 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Bada Dhandra
Bada Dhandra 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 Bada Dhandra
Public transport in the Bada Dhandra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bada Dhandra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bada Dhandra is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bada Dhandra is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bada Dhandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bada Dhandra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bada Dhandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bada Dhandra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bada Dhandra
Where is Bada Dhandra located?
Bada Dhandra village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bada Dhandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bada Dhandra is Hatamuniguda.
What is the pincode of Bada Dhandra?
The pincode of Bada Dhandra is 765020.
What is the population of Bada Dhandra?
Bada Dhandra had a total population of 328, including 166 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Bada Dhandra?
Bada Dhandra had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bada Dhandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bada Dhandra was 47.02%. Male literacy was 64.79% and female literacy was 29.37%.