Dangeskhal - Kashipur, Rayagada
Dangeskhal is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandragiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangeskhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangeskhal is 425873. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Dangeskhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangeskhal
As per Census 2011, Dangeskhal village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 213 males and 214 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangeskhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 213 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 102 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 111 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Dangeskhal
Dangeskhal 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 Dangeskhal
Public transport in the Dangeskhal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dangeskhal is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dangeskhal is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangeskhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangeskhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangeskhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangeskhal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangeskhal
Where is Dangeskhal located?
Dangeskhal village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangeskhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangeskhal is Chandragiri.
What is the pincode of Dangeskhal?
The pincode of Dangeskhal is 765015.
What is the population of Dangeskhal?
Dangeskhal has a total population of 427, including 213 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Dangeskhal?
There are 102 households in Dangeskhal.
What is the literacy rate in Dangeskhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangeskhal is 37.47%. Male literacy is 47.89% and female literacy is 27.10%.