Dekulada - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Dekulada is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dekulada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dekulada is 416586. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Dekulada 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 Dekulada
According to the 2011 Census, Dekulada village had a total population of 99 people, including 51 males and 48 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.83%, with male literacy at 34.29% and female literacy at 8.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 39 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Dekulada
Dekulada 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 Dekulada
Public transport in the Dekulada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sonapur to Dekulada is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dekulada is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dekulada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dekulada 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 Dekulada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dekulada 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 Dekulada
Where is Dekulada located?
Dekulada village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dekulada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dekulada is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Dekulada?
The pincode of Dekulada is 762110.
What is the population of Dekulada?
Dekulada had a total population of 99, including 51 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Dekulada?
Dekulada had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dekulada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dekulada was 20.83%. Male literacy was 34.29% and female literacy was 8.11%.