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
As per Census 2011, Dekudi village has a total population of 530 people, consisting of 277 males and 253 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 83 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dekudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 277 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 530, including 277 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Dekudi?
There are 102 households in Dekudi.
What is the literacy rate in Dekudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dekudi is 84.34%. Male literacy is 86.28% and female literacy is 82.21%.