Dedhalo - Balianta, Khordha
Dedhalo is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Bentapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dedhalo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedhalo is 407553. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dedhalo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedhalo
According to the 2011 Census, Dedhalo village had a total population of 272 people, including 144 males and 128 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.80%, with male literacy at 95.49% and female literacy at 78.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 272 | 144 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 127 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 17 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Dedhalo
Dedhalo 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 Dedhalo
Dedhalo is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dedhalo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Dedhalo is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Dedhalo is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedhalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedhalo 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 km |
Health Facilities in Dedhalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedhalo 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dedhalo
Where is Dedhalo located?
Dedhalo village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dedhalo?
The Gram Panchayat of Dedhalo is Bentapur.
What is the pincode of Dedhalo?
The pincode of Dedhalo is 752101.
What is the population of Dedhalo?
Dedhalo had a total population of 272, including 144 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Dedhalo?
Dedhalo had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dedhalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedhalo was 87.80%. Male literacy was 95.49% and female literacy was 78.76%.