Depani - Debagarh, Deogarh
Depani is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Debagarh and around 45 km from Debagarh. Dimirikuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Depani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depani is 382605. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 768108 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Depani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Depani
According to the 2011 Census, Depani village had a total population of 226 people, including 118 males and 108 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.64%, with male literacy at 75.26% and female literacy at 45.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 226 | 118 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 73 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 45 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Depani
Depani 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 Depani
Depani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kochinda to Depani is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Depani is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Depani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Depani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Depani
Where is Depani located?
Depani village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Depani?
The Gram Panchayat of Depani is Dimirikuda.
What is the pincode of Depani?
The pincode of Depani is 768108.
What is the population of Depani?
Depani had a total population of 226, including 118 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Depani?
Depani had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Depani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depani was 60.64%. Male literacy was 75.26% and female literacy was 45.05%.