Dharapgarh - Saintala, Balangir
Dharapgarh is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Dharapgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharapgarh is 421156. The village covers a total geographical area of 1026 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dharapgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharapgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Dharapgarh village had a total population of 2,098 people, including 1,071 males and 1,027 females, living in 554 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.76%, with male literacy at 73.89% and female literacy at 48.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 569, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 407.
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 | 2,098 | 1,071 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 144 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 294 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 201 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 685 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 386 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Dharapgarh
Dharapgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goelbhadi | South | 2.63 km |
| Makri | East | 2.79 km |
| Kusmel | North | 2.83 km |
| Jamkhunta | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Penderamal | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Phapsi | East | 4.53 km |
| Chhanchhada | North | 4.54 km |
| Tustapali | North | 4.74 km |
| Bankel | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Gandapatrapali | East | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharapgarh
Dharapgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Dharapgarh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Dharapgarh is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharapgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharapgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dharapgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharapgarh 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 Dharapgarh
Where is Dharapgarh located?
Dharapgarh village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharapgarh?
Dharapgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharapgarh?
The pincode of Dharapgarh is 767032.
What is the population of Dharapgarh?
Dharapgarh had a total population of 2,098, including 1,071 males and 1,027 females.
How many households are there in Dharapgarh?
Dharapgarh had 554 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharapgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharapgarh was 61.76%. Male literacy was 73.89% and female literacy was 48.98%.