Dalapadajangal - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Dalapadajangal is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalapadajangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalapadajangal is 415647. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dalapadajangal 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 Dalapadajangal
According to the 2011 Census, Dalapadajangal village had a total population of 48 people, including 25 males and 23 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.81%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 19.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 25 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 20 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 5 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Dalapadajangal
Dalapadajangal 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 Dalapadajangal
Public transport in the Dalapadajangal 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Dalapadajangal is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dalapadajangal is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalapadajangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalapadajangal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dalapadajangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalapadajangal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dalapadajangal
Where is Dalapadajangal located?
Dalapadajangal village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalapadajangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalapadajangal is Dalapada.
What is the pincode of Dalapadajangal?
The pincode of Dalapadajangal is 762012.
What is the population of Dalapadajangal?
Dalapadajangal had a total population of 48, including 25 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Dalapadajangal?
Dalapadajangal had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalapadajangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalapadajangal was 55.81%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 19.05%.