Depaguda Village - Muniguda, Rayagada
Depaguda is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Ambadala and around 80 km from Rayagada . Sibapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Depaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depaguda is 424819. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Depaguda 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 Depaguda
As per Census 2011, Depaguda village has a total population of 223 people, consisting of 112 males and 111 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Depaguda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 223 | 112 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 43 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 69 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Depaguda
Depaguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maguni | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Sitarampur | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Goudaguda | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Koradanga | East | 1.68 km |
| Ghodaghati | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Gelakuta | North | 1.77 km |
| Bijabandili | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Majhidohikhal | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Jhilliguda | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Sibapadar | North-East | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Depaguda
Depaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Doikallu, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Depaguda is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Depaguda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Depaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depaguda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Depaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depaguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Depaguda
Where is Depaguda located?
Depaguda village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Depaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Depaguda is Sibapadar.
What is the pincode of Depaguda?
The pincode of Depaguda is 765020.
What is the population of Depaguda?
Depaguda has a total population of 223, including 112 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Depaguda?
There are 62 households in Depaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Depaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depaguda is 30.04%. Male literacy is 38.39% and female literacy is 21.62%.