Dhepaguda - Surada, Ganjam
Dhepaguda is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bada Badangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhepaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhepaguda is 410897. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhepaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dhepaguda village had a total population of 276 people, including 153 males and 123 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.38%, with male literacy at 81.10% and female literacy at 44.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150.
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 | 276 | 153 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 103 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 50 | 76 |
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
Dhepaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Surada to Dhepaguda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dhepaguda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhepaguda
Where is Dhepaguda located?
Dhepaguda village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhepaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhepaguda is Bada Badangi.
What is the pincode of Dhepaguda?
The pincode of Dhepaguda is 761108.
What is the population of Dhepaguda?
Dhepaguda had a total population of 276, including 153 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Dhepaguda?
Dhepaguda had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhepaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhepaguda was 64.38%. Male literacy was 81.10% and female literacy was 44.34%.