Dhepaguda - Mohana, Gajapati
Dhepaguda is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Dhepaguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhepaguda is 413866. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dhepaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhepaguda
As per Census 2011, Dhepaguda village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 142 males and 129 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhepaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 88 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Dhepaguda
Dhepaguda 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 Dhepaguda
Public transport in the Dhepaguda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Digapahandi to Dhepaguda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Dhepaguda is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhepaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhepaguda 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 Dhepaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhepaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhepaguda
Where is Dhepaguda located?
Dhepaguda village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhepaguda?
Dhepaguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhepaguda?
The pincode of Dhepaguda is 761017.
What is the population of Dhepaguda?
Dhepaguda has a total population of 271, including 142 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Dhepaguda?
There are 63 households in Dhepaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dhepaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhepaguda is 32.84%. Male literacy is 38.03% and female literacy is 27.13%.