Dangini - Muniguda, Rayagada
Dangini is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Munikhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangini is 424942. The village covers a total geographical area of 571 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dangini 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 Dangini
As per Census 2011, Dangini village has a total population of 404 people, consisting of 177 males and 227 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,282 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 296 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 177 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 45 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 132 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 70 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 107 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Dangini
Dangini 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 Dangini
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dangini.
| 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 Dangini is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dangini is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dangini
Where is Dangini located?
Dangini village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangini?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangini is Munikhol.
What is the pincode of Dangini?
The pincode of Dangini is 765020.
What is the population of Dangini?
Dangini has a total population of 404, including 177 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Dangini?
There are 83 households in Dangini.
What is the literacy rate in Dangini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangini is 28.22%. Male literacy is 39.55% and female literacy is 19.38%.