Dhepaguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Dhepaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Kalyanasingpur and around 52 km from Rayagada . Dhamunipanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhepaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhepaguda is 425505. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhepaguda 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 Dhepaguda
As per Census 2011, Dhepaguda village has a total population of 245 people, consisting of 106 males and 139 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,311 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 231 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhepaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | 106 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 15 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 99 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 55 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 51 | 112 |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhepaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhepaguda.
| 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 Rayagada to Dhepaguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dhepaguda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhepaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhepaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhepaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhepaguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhepaguda
Where is Dhepaguda located?
Dhepaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhepaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhepaguda is Dhamunipanga.
What is the pincode of Dhepaguda?
The pincode of Dhepaguda is 765017.
What is the population of Dhepaguda?
Dhepaguda has a total population of 245, including 106 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Dhepaguda?
There are 63 households in Dhepaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dhepaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhepaguda is 33.47%. Male literacy is 51.89% and female literacy is 19.42%.