Dakapala - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Dakapala 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. Raikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakapala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakapala is 415828. The village covers a total geographical area of 343 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dakapala 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 Dakapala
As per Census 2011, Dakapala village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 229 males and 211 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 406 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakapala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dakapala
Dakapala 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 Dakapala
Dakapala 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 Dakapala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dakapala 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 Dakapala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakapala 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 Dakapala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakapala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakapala
Where is Dakapala located?
Dakapala village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakapala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakapala is Raikala.
What is the pincode of Dakapala?
The pincode of Dakapala is 762100.
What is the population of Dakapala?
Dakapala has a total population of 440, including 229 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Dakapala?
There are 109 households in Dakapala.
What is the literacy rate in Dakapala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakapala is 58.18%. Male literacy is 65.50% and female literacy is 50.24%.