Dadumaha - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Dadumaha is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadumaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadumaha is 417178. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Dadumaha 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 Dadumaha
As per Census 2011, Dadumaha village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 72 males and 97 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,347 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadumaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 72 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 6 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 66 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 30 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 42 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Dadumaha
Dadumaha 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 Dadumaha
Public transport in the Dadumaha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rayagada to Dadumaha is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dadumaha is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadumaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadumaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dadumaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadumaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadumaha
Where is Dadumaha located?
Dadumaha village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadumaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadumaha is Ora.
What is the pincode of Dadumaha?
The pincode of Dadumaha is 762105.
What is the population of Dadumaha?
Dadumaha has a total population of 169, including 72 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Dadumaha?
There are 33 households in Dadumaha.
What is the literacy rate in Dadumaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadumaha is 26.63%. Male literacy is 41.67% and female literacy is 15.46%.