Dandpani - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Dandpani is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Kinjirkela and around 65 km from Sundargarh. Hurmei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandpani is 383941. The village covers a total geographical area of 967 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Dandpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandpani
As per Census 2011, Dandpani village has a total population of 1,049 people, consisting of 527 males and 522 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 551 literate and 498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 820 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandpani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,049 | 527 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 820 | 416 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 308 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 219 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Dandpani
Dandpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarda | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Halma | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Magarkunda | North | 3.50 km |
| Belmunda | North | 3.82 km |
| Hurmey | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Suanjore | West | 4.53 km |
| Tileikani | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Gundiadihi | South | 5.10 km |
| Alapaka | South | 5.17 km |
| Dhangergudi | West | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandpani
Public transport in the Dandpani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibh2, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Dandpani is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Dandpani is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandpani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandpani
Where is Dandpani located?
Dandpani village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandpani is Hurmei.
What is the pincode of Dandpani?
The pincode of Dandpani is 770012.
What is the population of Dandpani?
Dandpani has a total population of 1,049, including 527 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Dandpani?
There are 263 households in Dandpani.
What is the literacy rate in Dandpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandpani is 52.53%. Male literacy is 58.44% and female literacy is 46.55%.