Dalama - Padmapur, Rayagada
Dalama is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gulluguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalama is 427084. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Dalama 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 Dalama
According to the 2011 Census, Dalama village had a total population of 69 people, including 37 males and 32 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.73%, with male literacy at 25.93% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 30 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Dalama
Dalama 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 Dalama
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dalama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gunupur to Dalama is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dalama is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalama 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 Dalama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalama 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 Dalama
Where is Dalama located?
Dalama village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalama?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalama is Gulluguda.
What is the pincode of Dalama?
The pincode of Dalama is 765025.
What is the population of Dalama?
Dalama had a total population of 69, including 37 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Dalama?
Dalama had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalama was 13.73%. Male literacy was 25.93% and female literacy was 0.00%.