Dekhulia - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Dekhulia is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Kumbho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dekhulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dekhulia is 380828. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Dekhulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dekhulia
According to the 2011 Census, Dekhulia village had a total population of 172 people, including 77 males and 95 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,234 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.09%, with male literacy at 80.28% and female literacy at 47.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 172 | 77 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 6 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 57 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 20 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Dekhulia
Dekhulia 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 Dekhulia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dekhulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Dekhulia is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dekhulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dekhulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dekhulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dekhulia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dekhulia
Where is Dekhulia located?
Dekhulia village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dekhulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dekhulia is Kumbho.
What is the pincode of Dekhulia?
The pincode of Dekhulia is 768045.
What is the population of Dekhulia?
Dekhulia had a total population of 172, including 77 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Dekhulia?
Dekhulia had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dekhulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dekhulia was 63.09%. Male literacy was 80.28% and female literacy was 47.44%.