Dhepapalli - Surada, Ganjam
Dhepapalli is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Asurabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhepapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhepapalli is 410857. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhepapalli 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 Dhepapalli
As per Census 2011, Dhepapalli village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 320 males and 289 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhepapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 320 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 42 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 211 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 109 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Dhepapalli
Dhepapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mayangi | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Asurabandha | North | 1.46 km |
| Dullada | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Labanisara | South | 1.93 km |
| Maniakati | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Rumapalli | North | 2.99 km |
| Murgapalli | North | 3.08 km |
| Sanakharikotti | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Gunduribadi | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Kaithapalli | North | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhepapalli
Public transport in the Dhepapalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Dhepapalli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dhepapalli is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhepapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhepapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhepapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhepapalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhepapalli
Where is Dhepapalli located?
Dhepapalli village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhepapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhepapalli is Asurabandha.
What is the pincode of Dhepapalli?
The pincode of Dhepapalli is 761108.
What is the population of Dhepapalli?
Dhepapalli has a total population of 609, including 320 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Dhepapalli?
There are 135 households in Dhepapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Dhepapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhepapalli is 58.46%. Male literacy is 65.94% and female literacy is 50.17%.