Dekote - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Dekote is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Daspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dekote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dekote is 423895. The village covers a total geographical area of 348 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dekote 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 Dekote
As per Census 2011, Dekote village has a total population of 713 people, consisting of 383 males and 330 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dekote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 713 | 383 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 79 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 222 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 161 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Dekote
Dekote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumerbahal | North | 2.41 km |
| Daspur | East | 2.41 km |
| Sarasaguda | South | 2.66 km |
| Chichia | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Temri | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Kulihariguda | North | 2.87 km |
| Brundabahal | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Ghutia | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Khairapadar | East | 3.85 km |
| Lakhurbhata | South | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dekote
Dekote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 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 Junagarh to Dekote is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dekote is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dekote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dekote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dekote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dekote 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dekote
Where is Dekote located?
Dekote village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dekote?
The Gram Panchayat of Dekote is Daspur.
What is the pincode of Dekote?
The pincode of Dekote is 766029.
What is the population of Dekote?
Dekote has a total population of 713, including 383 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Dekote?
There are 190 households in Dekote.
What is the literacy rate in Dekote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dekote is 48.81%. Male literacy is 57.96% and female literacy is 38.18%.