Dhadarkhol - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Dhadarkhol is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naktideul and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Salebhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhadarkhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhadarkhol is 382563. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Dhadarkhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhadarkhol
As per Census 2011, Dhadarkhol village has a total population of 154 people, consisting of 77 males and 77 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 134 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhadarkhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 63 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 41 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 36 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Dhadarkhol
Dhadarkhol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatakud | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Basaloi | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Sagnal | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Lulong | East | 2.87 km |
| Levarapal | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Salebhata | West | 3.44 km |
| Chingudijharana | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Khandiamunda | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Sindurakhol | North | 3.95 km |
| Ambajhari | North-West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhadarkhol
Dhadarkhol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saragipalli, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 km.
| 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 Redhakhol to Dhadarkhol is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Dhadarkhol is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhadarkhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhadarkhol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhadarkhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhadarkhol 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 Dhadarkhol
Where is Dhadarkhol located?
Dhadarkhol village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhadarkhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhadarkhol is Salebhata.
What is the pincode of Dhadarkhol?
The pincode of Dhadarkhol is 768106.
What is the population of Dhadarkhol?
Dhadarkhol has a total population of 154, including 77 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Dhadarkhol?
There are 30 households in Dhadarkhol.
What is the literacy rate in Dhadarkhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhadarkhol is 39.61%. Male literacy is 53.25% and female literacy is 25.97%.