Darpangia - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Darpangia is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Bhanjanagar and around 106 km from Chatrapur. Dadaralunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darpangia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darpangia is 410542. The village covers a total geographical area of 890 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Darpangia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darpangia
According to the 2011 Census, Darpangia village had a total population of 440 people, including 227 males and 213 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.84%, with male literacy at 83.59% and female literacy at 59.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 427.
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 | 440 | 227 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 222 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 163 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 64 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Darpangia
Darpangia 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 Darpangia
Darpangia 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 5-10 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 Bhanjanagar to Darpangia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Darpangia is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darpangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darpangia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Darpangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darpangia 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 Darpangia
Where is Darpangia located?
Darpangia village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darpangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Darpangia is Dadaralunda.
What is the pincode of Darpangia?
The pincode of Darpangia is 761126.
What is the population of Darpangia?
Darpangia had a total population of 440, including 227 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Darpangia?
Darpangia had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darpangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darpangia was 71.84%. Male literacy was 83.59% and female literacy was 59.46%.