Darkundi

Darkundi is a village located in Kuakhia tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kuakhia (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Gandhana is the gram panchayat of Darkundi village.

Darkundi has its own place in the vibrant Jajapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Darkundi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darkundi is 401487. The village spans a total geographical area of 72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755009. Jajapur is nearest town to Darkundi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.

When it comes to local governance, Darkundi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Korei Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jajpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Darkundi

Below is a concise population overview of Darkundi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 575 301 274
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 26 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 121 65 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 473 265 208
Illiterate Population 102 36 66

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darkundi village:

  • The total population of Darkundi village is around 575, including approximately 301 males and 274 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Darkundi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Darkundi village has 121 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Darkundi village is about 82.26%, with male literacy at 88.04% and female literacy at 75.91%.
  • There are around 124 households in Darkundi village.

Connectivity of Darkundi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darkundi. As per the 2011 stats, Darkundi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Darkundi

Knowing the nearby villages of Darkundi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darkundi.

Bausantabada Sarangapur Bhagirathpur Tikarapada Kujibara Masurapur Brahmana Narasinghapur Tulasipur Parikainchi Sana Trilochanpur Keutanaguan

Frequently Asked Questions about Darkundi

Where is Darkundi located?
Darkundi village is situated in Kuakhia Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darkundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Darkundi is Gandhana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Darkundi?
The pincode of Darkundi is 755009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Darkundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darkundi is 575, with 301 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Darkundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Darkundi village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darkundi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darkundi is 82.26%. The male literacy rate is 88.04%, while the female literacy rate is 75.91%.