Dapadanga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dapadanga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rebingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dapadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapadanga is 416657. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 762013 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Dapadanga 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 Dapadanga
According to the 2011 Census, Dapadanga village had a total population of 96 people, including 38 males and 58 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,526 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.84%, with male literacy at 55.17% and female literacy at 25.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 38 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 38 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 22 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Dapadanga
Dapadanga 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 Dapadanga
Public transport in the Dapadanga 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Dapadanga is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dapadanga is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dapadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapadanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dapadanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapadanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dapadanga
Where is Dapadanga located?
Dapadanga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dapadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dapadanga is Rebingia.
What is the pincode of Dapadanga?
The pincode of Dapadanga is 762013.
What is the population of Dapadanga?
Dapadanga had a total population of 96, including 38 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Dapadanga?
Dapadanga had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dapadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapadanga was 36.84%. Male literacy was 55.17% and female literacy was 25.53%.