Dalki - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Dalki is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from Kochinda and around 55 km from Sambalpur. Mahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalki is 381519. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 768214 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dalki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalki
According to the 2011 Census, Dalki village had a total population of 64 people, including 26 males and 38 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,462 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.69%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 54.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 64 | 26 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 24 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 4 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Dalki
Dalki 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 Dalki
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dalki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Dalki is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Dalki is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalki 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dalki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dalki
Where is Dalki located?
Dalki village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dalki?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalki is Mahada.
What is the pincode of Dalki?
The pincode of Dalki is 768214.
What is the population of Dalki?
Dalki had a total population of 64, including 26 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Dalki?
Dalki had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalki was 70.69%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 54.29%.