Dekudi - Brahmagiri, Puri
Dekudi is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Brahmunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dekudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dekudi is 409993. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dekudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dekudi
According to the 2011 Census, Dekudi village had a total population of 530 people, including 277 males and 253 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.13%, with male literacy at 96.76% and female literacy at 89.27%.
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 | 530 | 277 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 239 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 38 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Dekudi
Dekudi 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 Dekudi
Public transport in the Dekudi 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Dekudi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dekudi is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dekudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dekudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dekudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dekudi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dekudi
Where is Dekudi located?
Dekudi village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dekudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dekudi is Brahmunia.
What is the pincode of Dekudi?
The pincode of Dekudi is 752011.
What is the population of Dekudi?
Dekudi had a total population of 530, including 277 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Dekudi?
Dekudi had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dekudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dekudi was 93.13%. Male literacy was 96.76% and female literacy was 89.27%.