Daspur - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Daspur is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Daspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daspur is 423892. The village covers a total geographical area of 872 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Daspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daspur
As per Census 2011, Daspur village has a total population of 2,754 people, consisting of 1,404 males and 1,350 females. The village has 706 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,502 literate and 1,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 472 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,754 | 1,404 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 180 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 174 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 239 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 1,502 | 909 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,252 | 495 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Daspur
Daspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairapadar | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Temri | South | 2.19 km |
| Dekote | West | 2.41 km |
| Sarasaguda | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Kulihariguda | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Kumbhari | South | 3.43 km |
| Farang | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Karlaguda | East | 3.66 km |
| Dumerbahal | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Kandulguda | South | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daspur
Daspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Daspur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Daspur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Daspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daspur
Where is Daspur located?
Daspur village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daspur?
Daspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daspur?
The pincode of Daspur is 766029.
What is the population of Daspur?
Daspur has a total population of 2,754, including 1,404 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Daspur?
There are 706 households in Daspur.
What is the literacy rate in Daspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daspur is 54.54%. Male literacy is 64.74% and female literacy is 43.93%.