Dakapadi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dakapadi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakapadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakapadi is 416539. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Dakapadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakapadi
As per Census 2011, Dakapadi village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 79 males and 89 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakapadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 79 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 31 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 48 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Dakapadi
Dakapadi 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 Dakapadi
Public transport in the Dakapadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sonapur to Dakapadi is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dakapadi is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakapadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakapadi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakapadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakapadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakapadi
Where is Dakapadi located?
Dakapadi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakapadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakapadi is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Dakapadi?
The pincode of Dakapadi is 762110.
What is the population of Dakapadi?
Dakapadi has a total population of 168, including 79 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Dakapadi?
There are 35 households in Dakapadi.
What is the literacy rate in Dakapadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakapadi is 26.79%. Male literacy is 39.24% and female literacy is 15.73%.