Dapakia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dapakia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rutungia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dapakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapakia is 416734. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Dapakia 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 Dapakia
According to the 2011 Census, Dapakia village had a total population of 259 people, including 129 males and 130 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.00%, with male literacy at 38.61% and female literacy at 12.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 259 | 129 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 39 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 90 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Dapakia
Dapakia 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 Dapakia
Public transport in the Dapakia 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 Phulabani to Dapakia is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dapakia is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dapakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapakia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dapakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapakia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dapakia
Where is Dapakia located?
Dapakia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dapakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dapakia is Rutungia.
What is the pincode of Dapakia?
The pincode of Dapakia is 762103.
What is the population of Dapakia?
Dapakia had a total population of 259, including 129 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Dapakia?
Dapakia had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dapakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapakia was 25.00%. Male literacy was 38.61% and female literacy was 12.61%.