Debgan - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Debgan is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kerjuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Debgan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Debgan is 402521. The village falls under the 759028 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Debgan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Debgan
According to the 2011 Census, Debgan village had a total population of 280 people, including 131 males and 149 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.11%, with male literacy at 68.87% and female literacy at 44.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 257.
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 | 280 | 131 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 120 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 73 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 58 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Debgan
Debgan 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 Debgan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Debgan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Debgan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Debgan is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Debgan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Debgan 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 Debgan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Debgan 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 Debgan
Where is Debgan located?
Debgan village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Debgan?
The Gram Panchayat of Debgan is Kerjuli.
What is the pincode of Debgan?
The pincode of Debgan is 759028.
What is the population of Debgan?
Debgan had a total population of 280, including 131 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Debgan?
Debgan had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Debgan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Debgan was 56.11%. Male literacy was 68.87% and female literacy was 44.35%.