Dhekanapani - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Dhekanapani is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Ankelbira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhekanapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhekanapani is 383626. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 770075 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhekanapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dhekanapani
According to the 2011 Census, Dhekanapani village had a total population of 92 people, including 49 males and 43 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.36%, with male literacy at 82.93% and female literacy at 64.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Dhekanapani
Dhekanapani 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 Dhekanapani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhekanapani. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhekanapani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Dhekanapani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Dhekanapani is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhekanapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhekanapani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhekanapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhekanapani 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 Dhekanapani
Where is Dhekanapani located?
Dhekanapani village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekanapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekanapani is Ankelbira.
What is the pincode of Dhekanapani?
The pincode of Dhekanapani is 770075.
What is the population of Dhekanapani?
Dhekanapani had a total population of 92, including 49 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Dhekanapani?
Dhekanapani had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekanapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhekanapani was 74.36%. Male literacy was 82.93% and female literacy was 64.86%.