Dapasahi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dapasahi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dapasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapasahi is 416618. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Dapasahi 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 Dapasahi
As per Census 2011, Dapasahi village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 54 males and 59 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dapasahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 32 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Dapasahi
Dapasahi 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 Dapasahi
Dapasahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Dapasahi is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dapasahi is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dapasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapasahi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dapasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapasahi 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 Dapasahi
Where is Dapasahi located?
Dapasahi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dapasahi is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Dapasahi?
The pincode of Dapasahi is 762103.
What is the population of Dapasahi?
Dapasahi has a total population of 113, including 54 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Dapasahi?
There are 27 households in Dapasahi.
What is the literacy rate in Dapasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapasahi is 32.74%. Male literacy is 40.74% and female literacy is 25.42%.