Dedrakaju - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Dedrakaju is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sartulu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dedrakaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedrakaju is 417147. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 137 km away.
Dedrakaju 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 Dedrakaju
According to the 2011 Census, Dedrakaju village had a total population of 115 people, including 53 males and 62 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,170 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.82%, with male literacy at 73.53% and female literacy at 15.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 25 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 28 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Dedrakaju
Dedrakaju 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 Dedrakaju
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dedrakaju.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dedrakaju is about 137 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dedrakaju is about 162 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 Dedrakaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedrakaju 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 Dedrakaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedrakaju 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 Dedrakaju
Where is Dedrakaju located?
Dedrakaju village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dedrakaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Dedrakaju is Sartulu.
What is the pincode of Dedrakaju?
The pincode of Dedrakaju is 762105.
What is the population of Dedrakaju?
Dedrakaju had a total population of 115, including 53 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Dedrakaju?
Dedrakaju had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dedrakaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedrakaju was 38.82%. Male literacy was 73.53% and female literacy was 15.69%.