Dasaguda - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Dasaguda is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Katimaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dasaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dasaguda is 415930. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dasaguda 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 Dasaguda
As per Census 2011, Dasaguda village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 153 males and 127 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dasaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 153 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 30 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 118 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 83 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 70 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Dasaguda
Dasaguda 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 Dasaguda
Public transport in the Dasaguda 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 G. Udayagiri to Dasaguda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dasaguda is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dasaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dasaguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dasaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dasaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dasaguda
Where is Dasaguda located?
Dasaguda village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dasaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dasaguda is Katimaha.
What is the pincode of Dasaguda?
The pincode of Dasaguda is 762010.
What is the population of Dasaguda?
Dasaguda has a total population of 280, including 153 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Dasaguda?
There are 77 households in Dasaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dasaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasaguda is 42.86%. Male literacy is 54.25% and female literacy is 29.13%.