Askadamodarpalli - Dharakote, Ganjam
Askadamodarpalli is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Golla Damodarpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Askadamodarpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Askadamodarpalli is 411336. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Askadamodarpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Askadamodarpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Askadamodarpalli village had a total population of 2,349 people, including 1,177 males and 1,172 females, living in 489 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.43%, with male literacy at 92.75% and female literacy at 68.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
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 | 2,349 | 1,177 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 115 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,718 | 985 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 192 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Askadamodarpalli
Askadamodarpalli 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 Askadamodarpalli
Public transport in the Askadamodarpalli is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Askadamodarpalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Askadamodarpalli is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Askadamodarpalli is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Askadamodarpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Askadamodarpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Askadamodarpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Askadamodarpalli 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 Askadamodarpalli
Where is Askadamodarpalli located?
Askadamodarpalli village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Askadamodarpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Askadamodarpalli is Golla Damodarpalli.
What is the pincode of Askadamodarpalli?
The pincode of Askadamodarpalli is 761107.
What is the population of Askadamodarpalli?
Askadamodarpalli had a total population of 2,349, including 1,177 males and 1,172 females.
How many households are there in Askadamodarpalli?
Askadamodarpalli had 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Askadamodarpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Askadamodarpalli was 80.43%. Male literacy was 92.75% and female literacy was 68.25%.