Dalapatiguda - Pottangi, Koraput
Dalapatiguda is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chandaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalapatiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalapatiguda is 430074. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dalapatiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalapatiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dalapatiguda village had a total population of 195 people, including 96 males and 99 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.06%, with male literacy at 41.46% and female literacy at 18.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 34 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 62 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Dalapatiguda
Dalapatiguda 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 Dalapatiguda
Public transport in the Dalapatiguda 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 Jeypur to Dalapatiguda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dalapatiguda is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalapatiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalapatiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dalapatiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalapatiguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dalapatiguda
Where is Dalapatiguda located?
Dalapatiguda village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dalapatiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalapatiguda is Chandaka.
What is the pincode of Dalapatiguda?
The pincode of Dalapatiguda is 764039.
What is the population of Dalapatiguda?
Dalapatiguda had a total population of 195, including 96 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Dalapatiguda?
Dalapatiguda had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalapatiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalapatiguda was 30.06%. Male literacy was 41.46% and female literacy was 18.52%.