Dengaguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Dengaguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kotagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dengaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dengaguda is 417187. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Dengaguda 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 Dengaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dengaguda village had a total population of 300 people, including 151 males and 149 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.39%, with male literacy at 86.44% and female literacy at 61.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 300 | 151 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 101 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 102 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 49 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Dengaguda
Dengaguda 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 Dengaguda
Dengaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Dengaguda is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dengaguda is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dengaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dengaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dengaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dengaguda 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 Dengaguda
Where is Dengaguda located?
Dengaguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dengaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dengaguda is Kotagarh.
What is the pincode of Dengaguda?
The pincode of Dengaguda is 762105.
What is the population of Dengaguda?
Dengaguda had a total population of 300, including 151 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Dengaguda?
Dengaguda had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dengaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dengaguda was 73.39%. Male literacy was 86.44% and female literacy was 61.54%.