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
According to the 2011 Census, Dadagamaha village had a total population of 156 people, including 79 males and 77 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.89%, with male literacy at 81.54% and female literacy at 48.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 156, including 79 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Dadagamaha?
Dadagamaha had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadagamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadagamaha was 64.89%. Male literacy was 81.54% and female literacy was 48.48%.