Dabalpahada - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Dabalpahada is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Paparmetla and around 165 km from Malkangiri . Ralegada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabalpahada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabalpahada is 430725. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dabalpahada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabalpahada
According to the 2011 Census, Dabalpahada village had a total population of 181 people, including 81 males and 100 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.80%, with male literacy at 37.74% and female literacy at 1.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
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 | 181 | 81 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 81 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 20 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 61 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Dabalpahada
Dabalpahada 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 Dabalpahada
Dabalpahada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Balimela to Dabalpahada is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Dabalpahada is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabalpahada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabalpahada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dabalpahada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabalpahada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dabalpahada
Where is Dabalpahada located?
Dabalpahada village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabalpahada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabalpahada is Ralegada.
What is the pincode of Dabalpahada?
The pincode of Dabalpahada is 764051.
What is the population of Dabalpahada?
Dabalpahada had a total population of 181, including 81 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Dabalpahada?
Dabalpahada had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dabalpahada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabalpahada was 17.80%. Male literacy was 37.74% and female literacy was 1.54%.