Dhatukimal - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Dhatukimal is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Rairakhol and around 104 km from Sambalpur. Ghosaramal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhatukimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhatukimal is 382403. The village covers a total geographical area of 470 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dhatukimal 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 Dhatukimal
According to the 2011 Census, Dhatukimal village had a total population of 272 people, including 131 males and 141 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.87%, with male literacy at 80.18% and female literacy at 62.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 272 | 131 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 89 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 42 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Dhatukimal
Dhatukimal 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 Dhatukimal
Dhatukimal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dhatukimal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Dhatukimal is about 104 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 Dhatukimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhatukimal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhatukimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhatukimal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhatukimal
Where is Dhatukimal located?
Dhatukimal village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhatukimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhatukimal is Ghosaramal.
What is the pincode of Dhatukimal?
The pincode of Dhatukimal is 768106.
What is the population of Dhatukimal?
Dhatukimal had a total population of 272, including 131 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Dhatukimal?
Dhatukimal had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhatukimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhatukimal was 70.87%. Male literacy was 80.18% and female literacy was 62.18%.