Dansanadihi - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Dansanadihi is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Telitileimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dansanadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dansanadihi is 381582. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 768227 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dansanadihi 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 Dansanadihi
As per Census 2011, Dansanadihi village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 239 males and 220 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 322 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dansanadihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 239 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 166 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 172 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 67 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Dansanadihi
Dansanadihi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arjundihi | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Niktimal(d) | North | 2.31 km |
| Laidaguna | South | 2.54 km |
| Rambheikhandi | West | 2.90 km |
| Thiaberna | East | 2.99 km |
| Madanmohanpur | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Dhanudihi | West | 3.06 km |
| Khaliamunda | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Ulunda | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Kalhapada | North-West | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dansanadihi
Dansanadihi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagdihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kochinda to Dansanadihi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Dansanadihi is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dansanadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dansanadihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dansanadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dansanadihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dansanadihi
Where is Dansanadihi located?
Dansanadihi village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dansanadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dansanadihi is Telitileimal.
What is the pincode of Dansanadihi?
The pincode of Dansanadihi is 768227.
What is the population of Dansanadihi?
Dansanadihi has a total population of 459, including 239 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Dansanadihi?
There are 104 households in Dansanadihi.
What is the literacy rate in Dansanadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dansanadihi is 63.18%. Male literacy is 71.97% and female literacy is 53.64%.