Dedipada - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Dedipada is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dedipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedipada is 425330. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Dedipada 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 Dedipada
As per Census 2011, Dedipada village has a total population of 234 people, consisting of 103 males and 131 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,271 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dedipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 103 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 99 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 73 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Dedipada
Dedipada 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 Dedipada
Public transport in the Dedipada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dedipada.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dedipada is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dedipada is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dedipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dedipada
Where is Dedipada located?
Dedipada village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dedipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dedipada is Dukum.
What is the pincode of Dedipada?
The pincode of Dedipada is 765019.
What is the population of Dedipada?
Dedipada has a total population of 234, including 103 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Dedipada?
There are 67 households in Dedipada.
What is the literacy rate in Dedipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedipada is 20.09%. Male literacy is 29.13% and female literacy is 12.98%.