Dadagamaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Dadagamaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadagamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadagamaha is 417584. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dadagamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadagamaha
As per Census 2011, Dadagamaha village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 79 males and 77 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadagamaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 54 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 26 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Dadagamaha
Dadagamaha 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 Dadagamaha
Dadagamaha 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 >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 G. Udayagiri to Dadagamaha is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dadagamaha is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadagamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadagamaha 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 Dadagamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadagamaha 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 Dadagamaha
Where is Dadagamaha located?
Dadagamaha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadagamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadagamaha is Gumamaha.
What is the pincode of Dadagamaha?
The pincode of Dadagamaha is 762100.
What is the population of Dadagamaha?
Dadagamaha has a total population of 156, including 79 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Dadagamaha?
There are 42 households in Dadagamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Dadagamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadagamaha is 54.49%. Male literacy is 67.09% and female literacy is 41.56%.