Dalakudar - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Dalakudar is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathikata and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Mundajore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalakudar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalakudar is 384623. The village covers a total geographical area of 408 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dalakudar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalakudar
According to the 2011 Census, Dalakudar village had a total population of 918 people, including 476 males and 442 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.72%, with male literacy at 78.93% and female literacy at 55.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 468.
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 | 918 | 476 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 63 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 468 | 241 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 326 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 150 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Dalakudar
Dalakudar 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 Dalakudar
Dalakudar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Dalakudar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Dalakudar is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalakudar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalakudar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalakudar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalakudar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dalakudar
Where is Dalakudar located?
Dalakudar village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dalakudar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalakudar is Mundajore.
What is the pincode of Dalakudar?
The pincode of Dalakudar is 770037.
What is the population of Dalakudar?
Dalakudar had a total population of 918, including 476 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Dalakudar?
Dalakudar had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalakudar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalakudar was 67.72%. Male literacy was 78.93% and female literacy was 55.44%.