Deheda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Deheda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Biswanathpur and around 63 km from Bhawanipatna. Bedagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deheda is 423154. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Deheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deheda
As per Census 2011, Deheda village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 90 males and 85 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 90 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 20 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 70 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Deheda
Deheda 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 Deheda
Deheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Deheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Deheda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Deheda is about 63 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 Deheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deheda 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 Deheda
Where is Deheda located?
Deheda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Deheda is Bedagaon.
What is the pincode of Deheda?
The pincode of Deheda is 766020.
What is the population of Deheda?
Deheda has a total population of 175, including 90 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Deheda?
There are 34 households in Deheda.
What is the literacy rate in Deheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deheda is 12.00%. Male literacy is 22.22% and female literacy is 1.18%.