Darichar - Debagarh, Deogarh
Darichar is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Reamal and around 45 km from Debagarh. Palakudar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darichar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darichar is 383244. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Darichar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darichar
According to the 2011 Census, Darichar village had a total population of 297 people, including 150 males and 147 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.22%, with male literacy at 55.30% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 297 | 150 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 136 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 77 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Darichar
Darichar 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 Darichar
Darichar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Debagarh to Darichar is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Darichar is about 45 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 Darichar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darichar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darichar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darichar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darichar
Where is Darichar located?
Darichar village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darichar?
The Gram Panchayat of Darichar is Palakudar.
What is the pincode of Darichar?
The pincode of Darichar is 768109.
What is the population of Darichar?
Darichar had a total population of 297, including 150 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Darichar?
Darichar had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darichar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darichar was 49.22%. Male literacy was 55.30% and female literacy was 42.86%.