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
As per Census 2011, Dedhalo village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 144 males and 128 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dedhalo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 144 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 272, including 144 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Dedhalo?
There are 55 households in Dedhalo.
What is the literacy rate in Dedhalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedhalo is 79.41%. Male literacy is 88.19% and female literacy is 69.53%.