Deodola - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Deodola is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kutrabeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deodola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deodola is 428719. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Deodola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deodola
As per Census 2011, Deodola village has a total population of 247 people, consisting of 123 males and 124 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 230 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deodola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 123 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 114 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 57 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 66 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Deodola
Deodola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaguguda | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Kataguda | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Bhatatambedi | East | 1.30 km |
| Palaka | North | 1.41 km |
| Mahaguda | West | 1.60 km |
| Leddingi | South | 1.89 km |
| Giringikhal | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Derka | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Danijhola | North | 2.61 km |
| Kupakhal | South-West | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deodola
Deodola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jimidipeta, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Deodola is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Deodola is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deodola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deodola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deodola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deodola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deodola
Where is Deodola located?
Deodola village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deodola?
The Gram Panchayat of Deodola is Kutrabeda.
What is the pincode of Deodola?
The pincode of Deodola is 764027.
What is the population of Deodola?
Deodola has a total population of 247, including 123 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Deodola?
There are 55 households in Deodola.
What is the literacy rate in Deodola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deodola is 27.94%. Male literacy is 46.34% and female literacy is 9.68%.