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
As per Census 2011, Daripokhari village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 196 males and 177 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daripokhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 196 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 373, including 196 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Daripokhari?
There are 94 households in Daripokhari.
What is the literacy rate in Daripokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daripokhari is 78.28%. Male literacy is 86.22% and female literacy is 69.49%.