Dholepada - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Dholepada is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dudkaranja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholepada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholepada is 422686. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Dholepada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholepada
As per Census 2011, Dholepada village has a total population of 34 people, consisting of 22 males and 12 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 545 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholepada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 20 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Dholepada
Dholepada 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 Dholepada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dholepada.
| 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 Kesinga to Dholepada is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Dholepada is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholepada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholepada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dholepada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholepada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dholepada
Where is Dholepada located?
Dholepada village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholepada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholepada is Dudkaranja.
What is the pincode of Dholepada?
The pincode of Dholepada is 766100.
What is the population of Dholepada?
Dholepada has a total population of 34, including 22 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Dholepada?
There are 5 households in Dholepada.