Darlo - Titlagarh, Balangir
Darlo is a village situated in the Titlagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Titlagarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Jagua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darlo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darlo is 421479. The village covers a total geographical area of 442 hectares and falls under the 767033 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Darlo 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 Darlo
As per Census 2011, Darlo village has a total population of 2,121 people, consisting of 1,069 males and 1,052 females. The village has 552 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,025 literate and 1,096 illiterate residents. Additionally, 550 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 621 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darlo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,121 | 1,069 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 550 | 271 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 621 | 307 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 1,025 | 653 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,096 | 416 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Darlo
Darlo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanpatrapali | West | 1.58 km |
| Belpadar | North | 1.84 km |
| Jagua | South | 1.88 km |
| Minapali | South | 2.05 km |
| Badpatrapali | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Turla | East | 2.28 km |
| Lenjha | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Bachhajujha | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Debhuin | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Chitarol | South-East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darlo
Darlo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Titlagarh, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Darlo is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Darlo 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 Darlo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darlo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darlo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darlo 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 Darlo
Where is Darlo located?
Darlo village is located in Titlagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darlo?
The Gram Panchayat of Darlo is Jagua.
What is the pincode of Darlo?
The pincode of Darlo is 767033.
What is the population of Darlo?
Darlo has a total population of 2,121, including 1,069 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Darlo?
There are 552 households in Darlo.
What is the literacy rate in Darlo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darlo is 48.33%. Male literacy is 61.09% and female literacy is 35.36%.