Dagara - Soro, Balasore
Dagara is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from Soro and around 47 km from Baleshwar. Madhusuidanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dagara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagara is 393764. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dagara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagara
According to the 2011 Census, Dagara village had a total population of 180 people, including 106 males and 74 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 698 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.00%, with male literacy at 65.12% and female literacy at 57.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 180 | 106 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 60 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 56 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 50 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Dagara
Dagara 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 Dagara
Dagara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dagara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Dagara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dagara is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dagara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dagara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dagara
Where is Dagara located?
Dagara village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dagara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dagara is Madhusuidanpur.
What is the pincode of Dagara?
The pincode of Dagara is 756047.
What is the population of Dagara?
Dagara had a total population of 180, including 106 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Dagara?
Dagara had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagara was 62.00%. Male literacy was 65.12% and female literacy was 57.81%.