Dakakota - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Dakakota is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakakota is 424413. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Dakakota 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 Dakakota
As per Census 2011, Dakakota village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 180 males and 201 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 153 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 180 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 75 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 84 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 96 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Dakakota
Dakakota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loharajore | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Tukuguda | East | 1.51 km |
| Dhamanguda | North | 1.83 km |
| Pokhara | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Lanjigada | South | 2.90 km |
| Sargiguda | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Rampur | West | 3.60 km |
| Bendajhola | North | 3.67 km |
| Parelguda | North-East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakakota
Dakakota 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 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Dakakota is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakakota 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakakota 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dakakota
Where is Dakakota located?
Dakakota village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakakota is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Dakakota?
The pincode of Dakakota is 766037.
What is the population of Dakakota?
Dakakota has a total population of 381, including 180 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Dakakota?
There are 100 households in Dakakota.
What is the literacy rate in Dakakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakakota is 32.81%. Male literacy is 46.67% and female literacy is 20.40%.