Dhepaguda - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Dhepaguda is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Kotinada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhepaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhepaguda is 412822. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 760002 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhepaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dhepaguda village had a total population of 94 people, including 51 males and 43 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.93%, with male literacy at 25.58% and female literacy at 26.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 40 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Dhepaguda
Dhepaguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanaburuda | West | 1.62 km |
| Badaburuda | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Kumbhajhari | East | 3.12 km |
| Dankari | West | 3.19 km |
| Kusaput | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Kanthigada | South | 3.51 km |
| Chadhiagarada | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Talahaladibeni | South | 3.96 km |
| Bandhaguda | East | 4.17 km |
| Kotinada | North | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhepaguda
Dhepaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.9 km.
| 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 Brahmapur to Dhepaguda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dhepaguda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhepaguda
Where is Dhepaguda located?
Dhepaguda village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhepaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhepaguda is Kotinada.
What is the pincode of Dhepaguda?
The pincode of Dhepaguda is 760002.
What is the population of Dhepaguda?
Dhepaguda had a total population of 94, including 51 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Dhepaguda?
Dhepaguda had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhepaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhepaguda was 25.93%. Male literacy was 25.58% and female literacy was 26.32%.