Dalkipadi - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Dalkipadi is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Baliguda and around 85 km from Phulbani. Adimaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalkipadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalkipadi is 416696. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Dalkipadi 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 Dalkipadi
According to the 2011 Census, Dalkipadi village had a total population of 49 people, including 25 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.55%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 23.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 14 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Dalkipadi
Dalkipadi 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 Dalkipadi
Public transport in the Dalkipadi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Dalkipadi is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dalkipadi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalkipadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalkipadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalkipadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalkipadi 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 Dalkipadi
Where is Dalkipadi located?
Dalkipadi village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalkipadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalkipadi is Adimaha.
What is the pincode of Dalkipadi?
The pincode of Dalkipadi is 762103.
What is the population of Dalkipadi?
Dalkipadi had a total population of 49, including 25 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Dalkipadi?
Dalkipadi had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalkipadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalkipadi was 54.55%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 23.53%.