Daka - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Daka is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daka is 416512. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Daka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daka
According to the 2011 Census, Daka village had a total population of 643 people, including 300 males and 343 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.27%, with male literacy at 51.39% and female literacy at 17.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 311.
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 | 643 | 300 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 148 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 129 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 171 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Daka
Daka 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 Daka
Public transport in the Daka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Daka is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Daka is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daka 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 Daka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daka 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 Daka
Where is Daka located?
Daka village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daka?
The Gram Panchayat of Daka is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Daka?
The pincode of Daka is 762110.
What is the population of Daka?
Daka had a total population of 643, including 300 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Daka?
Daka had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daka was 33.27%. Male literacy was 51.39% and female literacy was 17.25%.