Deokupuli - Muniguda, Rayagada
Deokupuli is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumudaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deokupuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deokupuli is 424914. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Deokupuli 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 Deokupuli
As per Census 2011, Deokupuli village has a total population of 820 people, consisting of 394 males and 426 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 550 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deokupuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 820 | 394 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 49 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 98 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 263 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 218 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 176 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Deokupuli
Deokupuli 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 Deokupuli
Deokupuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Deokupuli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Deokupuli is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Deokupuli is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deokupuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deokupuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deokupuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deokupuli 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 Deokupuli
Where is Deokupuli located?
Deokupuli village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deokupuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Deokupuli is Kumudaballi.
What is the pincode of Deokupuli?
The pincode of Deokupuli is 765020.
What is the population of Deokupuli?
Deokupuli has a total population of 820, including 394 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Deokupuli?
There are 198 households in Deokupuli.
What is the literacy rate in Deokupuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deokupuli is 41.34%. Male literacy is 55.33% and female literacy is 28.40%.