Daruha - Athmallik, Angul
Daruha is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Athmallik and around 105 km from Anugul . Jamudoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daruha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daruha is 404900. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Daruha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daruha
According to the 2011 Census, Daruha village had a total population of 113 people, including 58 males and 55 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.73%, with male literacy at 96.08% and female literacy at 76.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 9 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Daruha
Daruha 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 Daruha
Public transport in the Daruha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Athamallik to Daruha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Daruha is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daruha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daruha 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Daruha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daruha 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 Daruha
Where is Daruha located?
Daruha village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daruha?
The Gram Panchayat of Daruha is Jamudoli.
What is the pincode of Daruha?
The pincode of Daruha is 759125.
What is the population of Daruha?
Daruha had a total population of 113, including 58 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Daruha?
Daruha had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daruha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daruha was 86.73%. Male literacy was 96.08% and female literacy was 76.60%.