Deribanka - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Deribanka is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Arapaju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deribanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deribanka is 415589. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Deribanka 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 Deribanka
According to the 2011 Census, Deribanka village had a total population of 47 people, including 22 males and 25 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.09%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 5 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Deribanka
Deribanka 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 Deribanka
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Deribanka.
| 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 Deribanka is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Deribanka is about 27 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 Deribanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deribanka 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 Deribanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deribanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deribanka
Where is Deribanka located?
Deribanka village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deribanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Deribanka is Arapaju.
What is the pincode of Deribanka?
The pincode of Deribanka is 762012.
What is the population of Deribanka?
Deribanka had a total population of 47, including 22 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Deribanka?
Deribanka had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deribanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deribanka was 59.09%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 37.50%.