Dhamana Panga - Muniguda, Rayagada
Dhamana Panga is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Munikhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhamana Panga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamana Panga is 424940. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Dhamana Panga 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 Dhamana Panga
According to the 2011 Census, Dhamana Panga village had a total population of 209 people, including 92 males and 117 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,272 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.82%, with male literacy at 61.11% and female literacy at 26.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 209 | 92 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 73 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 44 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 48 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamana Panga
Dhamana Panga 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 Dhamana Panga
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhamana Panga.
| 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 Dhamana Panga is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dhamana Panga is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamana Panga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamana Panga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamana Panga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamana Panga 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 Dhamana Panga
Where is Dhamana Panga located?
Dhamana Panga village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhamana Panga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamana Panga is Munikhol.
What is the pincode of Dhamana Panga?
The pincode of Dhamana Panga is 765020.
What is the population of Dhamana Panga?
Dhamana Panga had a total population of 209, including 92 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Dhamana Panga?
Dhamana Panga had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamana Panga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamana Panga was 41.82%. Male literacy was 61.11% and female literacy was 26.88%.