Dedenga - Komna, Nuapada
Dedenga is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Lakhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dedenga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedenga is 421814. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 766105 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Dedenga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedenga
As per Census 2011, Dedenga village has a total population of 410 people, consisting of 205 males and 205 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 365 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dedenga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 410 | 205 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 184 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 86 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 119 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Dedenga
Dedenga 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 Dedenga
Public transport in the Dedenga is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khariar Road to Dedenga is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Dedenga is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedenga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dedenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedenga 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 Dedenga
Where is Dedenga located?
Dedenga village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dedenga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dedenga is Lakhana.
What is the pincode of Dedenga?
The pincode of Dedenga is 766105.
What is the population of Dedenga?
Dedenga has a total population of 410, including 205 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Dedenga?
There are 88 households in Dedenga.
What is the literacy rate in Dedenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedenga is 32.20%. Male literacy is 41.95% and female literacy is 22.44%.