Dhepguda - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Dhepguda is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Chandahandi and around 126 km from Nabarangapur . Malgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhepguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhepguda is 427494. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Dhepguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhepguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dhepguda village had a total population of 256 people, including 124 males and 132 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.33%, with male literacy at 61.86% and female literacy at 31.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 256 | 124 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 76 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 60 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 64 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Dhepguda
Dhepguda 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 Dhepguda
Dhepguda 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 >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 Umarkote to Dhepguda is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Dhepguda is about 126 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 Dhepguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhepguda 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 Dhepguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhepguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhepguda
Where is Dhepguda located?
Dhepguda village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhepguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhepguda is Malgam.
What is the pincode of Dhepguda?
The pincode of Dhepguda is 764077.
What is the population of Dhepguda?
Dhepguda had a total population of 256, including 124 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Dhepguda?
Dhepguda had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhepguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhepguda was 45.33%. Male literacy was 61.86% and female literacy was 31.62%.