Dakapala
Dakapala is a village located in G Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter G.udayagiri (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Raikala is the gram panchayat of Dakapala village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakapala unique in its vibrant G Udayagiri-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Dakapala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dakapala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakapala is 415828. The village spans a total geographical area of 343 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762100. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Dakapala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dakapala
Population of Dakapala
According to the 2011 Census, Dakapala has a total population of about 440, with approximately 229 males and 211 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 406. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.18%, with male literacy at about 65.50% and female literacy near 50.24%. There are around 109 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakapala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 440 | 229 | 211 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 44 | 29 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 213 | 193 |
Literate Population | 256 | 150 | 106 |
Illiterate Population | 184 | 79 | 105 |
Connectivity of Dakapala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakapala. As per the 2011 stats, Dakapala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakapala
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakapala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakapala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakapala
- Where is Dakapala located?
- Dakapala village is situated in G Udayagiri Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakapala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakapala is Raikala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakapala?
- The pincode of Dakapala is 762100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakapala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakapala is 440, with 229 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Dakapala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakapala village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakapala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakapala is 58.18%. The male literacy rate is 65.50%, while the female literacy rate is 50.24%.