Dhaurakhaman - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Dhaurakhaman is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kadaligarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaurakhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaurakhaman is 382506. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dhaurakhaman 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 Dhaurakhaman
As per Census 2011, Dhaurakhaman village has a total population of 170 people, consisting of 87 males and 83 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhaurakhaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 80 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 7 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaurakhaman
Dhaurakhaman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagdiapadar | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Padmanpur | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Mahatpur | North | 1.55 km |
| Jhurikata | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Belataila | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Madanchouki And Sankhamahal | South | 3.05 km |
| Jhudungamal | East | 3.16 km |
| Thakurpur | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Kadaligarh | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Jhatimunda | South-East | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhaurakhaman
Public transport in the Dhaurakhaman is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rairakhol, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Dhaurakhaman is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Dhaurakhaman is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaurakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaurakhaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaurakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaurakhaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhaurakhaman
Where is Dhaurakhaman located?
Dhaurakhaman village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaurakhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaurakhaman is Kadaligarh.
What is the pincode of Dhaurakhaman?
The pincode of Dhaurakhaman is 768106.
What is the population of Dhaurakhaman?
Dhaurakhaman has a total population of 170, including 87 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Dhaurakhaman?
There are 36 households in Dhaurakhaman.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaurakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaurakhaman is 72.94%. Male literacy is 91.95% and female literacy is 53.01%.