Drepanga
Drepanga is a village located in Sarangagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Sarangagarh (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Chanchedi is the gram panchayat of Drepanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Drepanga unique in its vibrant Sarangagarh-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Drepanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Drepanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Drepanga is 416206. The village spans a total geographical area of 313 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762101. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Drepanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
Google Map of Drepanga
Population of Drepanga
According to the 2011 Census, Drepanga has a total population of about 322, with approximately 156 males and 166 females. The sex ratio is around 1064 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 254. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.25%, with male literacy at about 78.21% and female literacy near 43.37%. There are around 81 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Drepanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 156 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 124 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 122 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 34 | 94 |
Connectivity of Drepanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Drepanga. As per the 2011 stats, Drepanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Drepanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Drepanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Drepanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Drepanga
- Where is Drepanga located?
- Drepanga village is situated in Sarangagarh Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Drepanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Drepanga is Chanchedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Drepanga?
- The pincode of Drepanga is 762101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Drepanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Drepanga is 322, with 156 males and 166 females.
- How many households are there in Drepanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Drepanga village has a total of 81 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Drepanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Drepanga is 60.25%. The male literacy rate is 78.21%, while the female literacy rate is 43.37%.