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
As per Census 2011, Daka village has a total population of 643 people, consisting of 300 males and 343 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,143 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 311 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daka are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 643, including 300 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Daka?
There are 146 households in Daka.
What is the literacy rate in Daka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daka is 27.68%. Male literacy is 43.00% and female literacy is 14.29%.