Dedhel - Saintala, Balangir
Dedhel is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Ghunsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dedhel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedhel is 421175. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dedhel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedhel
As per Census 2011, Dedhel village has a total population of 303 people, consisting of 150 males and 153 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dedhel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 150 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 84 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 108 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 42 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Dedhel
Dedhel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandhulba | South | 1.19 km |
| Deuli | East | 1.30 km |
| Jubamal | West | 1.53 km |
| Babuulaba | South | 2.12 km |
| Ghantbahali | West | 2.13 km |
| Bhorpara | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Nuapara | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Ghunsar | East | 2.53 km |
| Khasbahal | North | 3.44 km |
| Jamtara | South | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dedhel
Public transport in the Dedhel is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Titlagarh to Dedhel is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Dedhel is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedhel 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 Dedhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedhel 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dedhel
Where is Dedhel located?
Dedhel village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dedhel?
The Gram Panchayat of Dedhel is Ghunsar.
What is the pincode of Dedhel?
The pincode of Dedhel is 767032.
What is the population of Dedhel?
Dedhel has a total population of 303, including 150 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Dedhel?
There are 75 households in Dedhel.
What is the literacy rate in Dedhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedhel is 61.06%. Male literacy is 72.00% and female literacy is 50.33%.