Dadapaju - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Dadapaju is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gudari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadapaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadapaju is 415572. The village covers a total geographical area of 429 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dadapaju 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 Dadapaju
According to the 2011 Census, Dadapaju village had a total population of 715 people, including 372 males and 343 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.49%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 54.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 254, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 370.
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 | 715 | 372 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 127 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 193 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 280 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 92 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Dadapaju
Dadapaju 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 Dadapaju
Public transport in the Dadapaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Phulabani to Dadapaju is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dadapaju is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadapaju 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dadapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadapaju 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dadapaju
Where is Dadapaju located?
Dadapaju village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadapaju is Gudari.
What is the pincode of Dadapaju?
The pincode of Dadapaju is 762012.
What is the population of Dadapaju?
Dadapaju had a total population of 715, including 372 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Dadapaju?
Dadapaju had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadapaju was 70.49%. Male literacy was 85.11% and female literacy was 54.87%.