Dhama
Dhama is a Town and Tehsil in Sambalpur District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Dhama Block (CD) is 02795. The total area of Dhama Tehsil is 282 km². Dhama has a sex ratio of approximately 968 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Dhama Tehsil
Dhama Tehsil has a total of 68 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Dhama Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ainlapali | Dhama | Sambalpur (30 km) |
| 2 | Amkuni | Dakara | Sambalpur (42 km) |
| 3 | Antapali | Baduapali | Sambalpur (21 km) |
| 4 | Arda | Sahaspur | Sambalpur (23 km) |
| 5 | Badmal | Dakara | Sambalpur (50 km) |
| 6 | Baduapali | Baduapali | Sambalpur (23 km) |
| 7 | Balaraga | Batemura | Sambalpur (14 km) |
| 8 | Balpur | Huma | Sambalpur (30 km) |
| 9 | Bargaon | Bargaon | Sambalpur (20 km) |
| 10 | Barghat | Dakara | Sambalpur (53 km) |
| 11 | Batemura | Batemura | Sambalpur (14 km) |
| 12 | Baunsara | Bargaon | Sambalpur (24 km) |
| 13 | Bausenmura | Sahaspur | Sambalpur (21 km) |
| 14 | Beherapali | Batemura | Sambalpur (17 km) |
| 15 | Bhairopali | Huma | Sambalpur (28 km) |
| 16 | Bhanjpali | Deogaon | Sambalpur (40 km) |
| 17 | Bhardol | Bargaon | Sambalpur (22 km) |
| 18 | Bhejradihi | Batemura | Sambalpur (17 km) |
| 19 | Birghat | Dakara | Sambalpur (49 km) |
| 20 | Bulubunga | Dakara | Sambalpur (40 km) |
| 21 | Chachanpali | Bargaon | Sambalpur (19 km) |
| 22 | Chakuli | Sahaspur | Sambalpur (20 km) |
| 23 | Charpali | Dhama | Sambalpur (30 km) |
| 24 | Chatabar | N/A | Sambalpur (10 km) |
| 25 | Dakara | Dakara | Sambalpur (44 km) |
| 26 | Dashpur | Huma | Sambalpur (30 km) |
| 27 | Deogaon | Deogaon | Sambalpur (30 km) |
| 28 | Dhama | Dhama | Sambalpur (35 km) |
| 29 | Gaidharpali | Bargaon | Sambalpur (24 km) |
| 30 | Gainpura | Deogaon | Sambalpur (40 km) |
| 31 | Gaudpali | Huma | Sambalpur (33 km) |
| 32 | Golabandh | N/A | Sambalpur (10 km) |
| 33 | Grindolapali | Huma | Sambalpur (27 km) |
| 34 | Gulunda | N/A | Sambalpur (10 km) |
| 35 | Gunderpur | N/A | Sambalpur (9 km) |
| 36 | Haldi | Bargaon | Sambalpur (25 km) |
| 37 | Hotapal | Deogaon | Sambalpur (43 km) |
| 38 | Huma | Huma | Sambalpur (30 km) |
| 39 | Jaduloisingh | Dakara | Sambalpur (50 km) |
| 40 | Jayaghant | Batemura | Sambalpur (12 km) |
| 41 | Kanbar | Huma | Sambalpur (34 km) |
| 42 | Karanjola | Huma | Sambalpur (30 km) |
| 43 | Keshapali | Batemura | Sambalpur (14 km) |
| 44 | Khinda | Dhama | Sambalpur (35 km) |
| 45 | Khunti | Batemura | Sambalpur (16 km) |
| 46 | Kiritpur | Batemura | Sambalpur (15 km) |
| 47 | Labdera | Baduapali | Sambalpur (23 km) |
| 48 | Larasara | Deogaon | Sambalpur (46 km) |
| 49 | Mahanadi | Deogaon | Sambalpur (33 km) |
| 50 | Mahulpali | Baduapali | Sambalpur (20 km) |
| 51 | Nuagaon | Dhama | Sambalpur (33 km) |
| 52 | Panchphut | Huma | Sambalpur (32 km) |
| 53 | Patapali | Deogaon | Sambalpur (36 km) |
| 54 | Pipilikani | Dakara | Sambalpur (42 km) |
| 55 | Pudapara | Huma | Sambalpur (31 km) |
| 56 | Putiapali | Sahaspur | Sambalpur (20 km) |
| 57 | Radhiapali | Bargaon | Sambalpur (21 km) |
| 58 | Sahaspur | Sahaspur | Sambalpur (20 km) |
| 59 | Salesingh | Bargaon | Sambalpur (27 km) |
| 60 | Sankhala | Sahaspur | Sambalpur (23 km) |
| 61 | Sargidamak | Bargaon | Sambalpur (27 km) |
| 62 | Sitenpali | Dakara | Sambalpur (45 km) |
| 63 | Subanpur | Dakara | Sambalpur (40 km) |
| 64 | Surda | Batemura | Sambalpur (16 km) |
| 65 | Tabloi | Deogaon | Sambalpur (50 km) |
| 66 | Tal | Deogaon | Sambalpur (42 km) |
| 67 | Tangarpali | Dakara | Sambalpur (45 km) |
| 68 | Tentelkurla | Bargaon | Sambalpur (23 km) |
Population of Dhama Tehsil
The population profile of Dhama Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Dhama Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 44,579 | 44,579 | N/A |
| Male Population | 22,651 | 22,651 | N/A |
| Female Population | 21,928 | 21,928 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,820 | 4,820 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,503 | 2,503 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,317 | 2,317 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 29,214 | 29,214 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 16,700 | 16,700 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 12,514 | 12,514 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 15,365 | 15,365 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,951 | 5,951 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 9,414 | 9,414 | N/A |
| Total Households | 11,373 | 11,373 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 44,579 people. Includes nearly 22,651 males and 21,928 females. Rural population is about 44,579 people.
- There are around 4,820 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,503 boys and 2,317 girls.
- Literate population is about 29,214 people. Non-literate population is around 15,365 people.
- There are nearly 11,373 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Dhama Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 16,247 | 16,247 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 8,255 | 8,255 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,992 | 7,992 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 13,642 | 13,642 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 6,870 | 6,870 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 6,772 | 6,772 | N/A |
| Population Density | 158 / km² | 158 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dhama Tehsil is approximately 16,247 people, including 8,255 males and 7,992 females. Around 16,247 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dhama Tehsil is about 13,642 people, including 6,870 males and 6,772 females. Around 13,642 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 158 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 158 people per sq. km.