Dekapinga - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Dekapinga is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Muniguda and around 95 km from Rayagada . Dangasorada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dekapinga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dekapinga is 425002. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Dekapinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dekapinga
According to the 2011 Census, Dekapinga village had a total population of 46 people, including 25 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 25 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Dekapinga
Dekapinga 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 Dekapinga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dekapinga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dekapinga is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dekapinga is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dekapinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dekapinga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dekapinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dekapinga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dekapinga
Where is Dekapinga located?
Dekapinga village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dekapinga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dekapinga is Dangasorada.
What is the pincode of Dekapinga?
The pincode of Dekapinga is 765020.
What is the population of Dekapinga?
Dekapinga had a total population of 46, including 25 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Dekapinga?
Dekapinga had 10 households.