Darakona - Balijana, Goalpara
Darakona is a village situated in the Balijana subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. Meshelkhowa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darakona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darakona is 282239. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.67 hectares and falls under the 783126 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Darakona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goalpara East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darakona
According to the 2011 Census, Darakona village had a total population of 283 people, including 161 males and 122 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 758 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.37%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 60.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
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 | 283 | 161 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 161 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 110 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 51 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Darakona
Darakona 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 Darakona
Darakona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Darakona is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darakona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darakona 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darakona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darakona 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 Darakona
Where is Darakona located?
Darakona village is located in Balijana Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darakona?
The Gram Panchayat of Darakona is Meshelkhowa.
What is the pincode of Darakona?
The pincode of Darakona is 783126.
What is the population of Darakona?
Darakona had a total population of 283, including 161 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Darakona?
Darakona had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darakona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darakona was 71.37%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 60.19%.