Daripokhari - Oupada, Balasore
Daripokhari is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Oupada and around 55 km from Baleshwar. Badapokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daripokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daripokhari is 393335. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Daripokhari 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 Daripokhari
According to the 2011 Census, Daripokhari village had a total population of 373 people, including 196 males and 177 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.16%, with male literacy at 96.57% and female literacy at 76.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 373 | 196 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 169 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 27 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Daripokhari
Daripokhari 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 Daripokhari
Daripokhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Soro to Daripokhari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Daripokhari is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daripokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daripokhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Daripokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daripokhari 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 Daripokhari
Where is Daripokhari located?
Daripokhari village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daripokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Daripokhari is Badapokhari.
What is the pincode of Daripokhari?
The pincode of Daripokhari is 756047.
What is the population of Daripokhari?
Daripokhari had a total population of 373, including 196 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Daripokhari?
Daripokhari had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daripokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daripokhari was 87.16%. Male literacy was 96.57% and female literacy was 76.88%.