Darakholi - Soro, Balasore
Darakholi is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Soro and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Mahumuhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darakholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darakholi is 393710. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darakholi
According to the 2011 Census, Darakholi village had a total population of 228 people, including 112 males and 116 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.38%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 77.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 228 | 112 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 28 | 38 |
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
Darakholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Darakholi.
| 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 Soro to Darakholi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Darakholi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Darakholi
Where is Darakholi located?
Darakholi village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darakholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Darakholi is Mahumuhan.
What is the pincode of Darakholi?
The pincode of Darakholi is 756045.
What is the population of Darakholi?
Darakholi had a total population of 228, including 112 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Darakholi?
Darakholi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darakholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darakholi was 84.38%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 77.23%.