Deopada - Simulia, Balasore
Deopada is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Similia and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Bangalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deopada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deopada is 394232. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Deopada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deopada
As per Census 2011, Deopada village has a total population of 1,139 people, consisting of 558 males and 581 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 814 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deopada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | 558 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 65 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 439 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 119 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Deopada
Deopada 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 Deopada
Public transport in the Deopada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Deopada.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Deopada is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Deopada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deopada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deopada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deopada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deopada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Deopada
Where is Deopada located?
Deopada village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deopada?
The Gram Panchayat of Deopada is Bangalpur.
What is the pincode of Deopada?
The pincode of Deopada is 756134.
What is the population of Deopada?
Deopada has a total population of 1,139, including 558 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Deopada?
There are 230 households in Deopada.
What is the literacy rate in Deopada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deopada is 71.47%. Male literacy is 78.67% and female literacy is 64.54%.