Dadaganda - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Dadaganda is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Phulabani and around 30 km from Phulbani. Bilabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadaganda is 415335. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dadaganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Dadaganda village had a total population of 48 people, including 31 males and 17 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 548 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.77%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 27 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 23 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 8 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Dadaganda
Dadaganda 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 Dadaganda
Public transport in the Dadaganda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Dadaganda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dadaganda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadaganda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dadaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadaganda 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 Dadaganda
Where is Dadaganda located?
Dadaganda village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dadaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadaganda is Bilabadi.
What is the pincode of Dadaganda?
The pincode of Dadaganda is 762002.
What is the population of Dadaganda?
Dadaganda had a total population of 48, including 31 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Dadaganda?
Dadaganda had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadaganda was 69.77%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 50.00%.