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
As per Census 2011, Dhepaguda village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 153 males and 123 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 803 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 150 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhepaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 153 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| 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 has a total population of 276, including 153 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Dhepaguda?
There are 66 households in Dhepaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dhepaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhepaguda is 54.35%. Male literacy is 67.32% and female literacy is 38.21%.