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
As per Census 2011, Bada Dhandra village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 166 males and 162 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bada Dhandra are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 328, including 166 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Bada Dhandra?
There are 94 households in Bada Dhandra.
What is the literacy rate in Bada Dhandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bada Dhandra is 40.85%. Male literacy is 55.42% and female literacy is 25.93%.