Dambakupa - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Dambakupa is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Jhigidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dambakupa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dambakupa is 425249. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Dambakupa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dambakupa
As per Census 2011, Dambakupa village has a total population of 135 people, consisting of 57 males and 78 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,368 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dambakupa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 135 | 57 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 51 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 53 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Dambakupa
Dambakupa 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 Dambakupa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dambakupa. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dambakupa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dambakupa is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dambakupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dambakupa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dambakupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dambakupa 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dambakupa
Where is Dambakupa located?
Dambakupa village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dambakupa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dambakupa is Jhigidi.
What is the pincode of Dambakupa?
The pincode of Dambakupa is 765019.
What is the population of Dambakupa?
Dambakupa has a total population of 135, including 57 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Dambakupa?
There are 34 households in Dambakupa.
What is the literacy rate in Dambakupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dambakupa is 5.93%. Male literacy is 7.02% and female literacy is 5.13%.