Dandapeta - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Dandapeta is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandapeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandapeta is 428619. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Dandapeta 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 Dandapeta
According to the 2011 Census, Dandapeta village had a total population of 49 people, including 28 males and 21 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.89%, with male literacy at 26.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 23 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Dandapeta
Dandapeta 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 Dandapeta
Public transport in the Dandapeta 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Dandapeta is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dandapeta is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandapeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandapeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dandapeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandapeta 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 Dandapeta
Where is Dandapeta located?
Dandapeta village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dandapeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandapeta is Balipeta.
What is the pincode of Dandapeta?
The pincode of Dandapeta is 764014.
What is the population of Dandapeta?
Dandapeta had a total population of 49, including 28 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Dandapeta?
Dandapeta had 13 households.