Dhani - Gudari, Rayagada
Dhani is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Karlaghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhani is 426884. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Dhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhani
According to the 2011 Census, Dhani village had a total population of 95 people, including 52 males and 43 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 827 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.16%, with male literacy at 61.22% and female literacy at 4.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 30 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 22 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Dhani
Dhani 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 Dhani
Dhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dhani is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhani
Where is Dhani located?
Dhani village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhani is Karlaghati.
What is the pincode of Dhani?
The pincode of Dhani is 765026.
What is the population of Dhani?
Dhani had a total population of 95, including 52 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Dhani?
Dhani had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhani was 35.16%. Male literacy was 61.22% and female literacy was 4.76%.