Dhapada
About Dhapada
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhapada village is 391254. Dhapada village is located in Sharata tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sharata (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Padmapokhari is the gram panchayat of Dhapada village.
The total geographical area of village is 1339 hectares. Dhapada has a total population of 2,651 peoples, out of which male population is 1,343 while female population is 1,308. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 973 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhapada village is 16.75% out of which 23.01% males and 10.32% females are literate. There are about 478 houses in dhapada village. Pincode of dhapada village locality is 757106.
When it comes to administration, Dhapada village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhapada village comes under Karanjia Vidhan Sabha constituency & Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency. Udala is nearest town to dhapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Dhapada
The population details of Dhapada cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,651 | 1,343 | 1,308 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 726 | 373 | 353 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2,298 | 1,158 | 1,140 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 309 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,207 | 1,034 | 1,173 |
Connectivity of Dhapada
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhapada
Where is Dhapada located?
Dhapada village is situated in Sharata Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhapada is Padmapokhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhapada?
The pincode of Dhapada is 757106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhapada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhapada is 2,651, with 1,343 males and 1,308 females.
How many households are there in Dhapada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhapada village has a total of 478 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhapada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhapada is 16.75%. The male literacy rate is 23.01%, while the female literacy rate is 10.32%.