Darhamunda - Belpara, Balangir
Darhamunda is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Beheramunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darhamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darhamunda is 420907. The village covers a total geographical area of 660 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Darhamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darhamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Darhamunda village had a total population of 874 people, including 451 males and 423 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.57%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 28.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 514.
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 | 874 | 451 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 79 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 264 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 186 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 265 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Darhamunda
Darhamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kansapala | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Beheramunda | South | 2.33 km |
| Kindrital | North | 2.67 km |
| Tara | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Kandhenjhula | West | 3.50 km |
| Amabanji | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Sargimunda | West | 3.99 km |
| Gambhari | North | 4.01 km |
| Dhungiamunda | South | 4.15 km |
| Mallikmunda | North-East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darhamunda
Darhamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Turekala Road, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Darhamunda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Darhamunda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darhamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darhamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darhamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darhamunda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darhamunda
Where is Darhamunda located?
Darhamunda village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darhamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Darhamunda is Beheramunda.
What is the pincode of Darhamunda?
The pincode of Darhamunda is 767026.
What is the population of Darhamunda?
Darhamunda had a total population of 874, including 451 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Darhamunda?
Darhamunda had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darhamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darhamunda was 39.57%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 28.96%.