Darakholi - Oupada, Balasore
Darakholi is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3.5 km from Oupada and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darakholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darakholi is 393361. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Darakholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darakholi
According to the 2011 Census, Darakholi village had a total population of 957 people, including 477 males and 480 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.25%, with male literacy at 92.25% and female literacy at 78.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 957 | 477 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 393 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 84 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Darakholi
Darakholi 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 Darakholi
Public transport in the Darakholi is mainly available through shared van 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 Soro to Darakholi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Darakholi 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 Darakholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darakholi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darakholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darakholi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darakholi
Where is Darakholi located?
Darakholi village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darakholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Darakholi is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Darakholi?
The pincode of Darakholi is 756049.
What is the population of Darakholi?
Darakholi had a total population of 957, including 477 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Darakholi?
Darakholi had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darakholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darakholi was 85.25%. Male literacy was 92.25% and female literacy was 78.27%.