Dadapada - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Dadapada is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ratingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadapada is 415809. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dadapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadapada
As per Census 2011, Dadapada village has a total population of 241 people, consisting of 129 males and 112 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 129 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 79 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 50 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Dadapada
Dadapada 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 Dadapada
Dadapada 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 5-10 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 Dadapada is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dadapada is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dadapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadapada 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 Dadapada
Where is Dadapada located?
Dadapada village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadapada is Ratingia.
What is the pincode of Dadapada?
The pincode of Dadapada is 762100.
What is the population of Dadapada?
Dadapada has a total population of 241, including 129 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Dadapada?
There are 53 households in Dadapada.
What is the literacy rate in Dadapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadapada is 48.96%. Male literacy is 61.24% and female literacy is 34.82%.