Daragamunda - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Daragamunda is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daragamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daragamunda is 416536. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Daragamunda 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 Daragamunda
As per Census 2011, Daragamunda village has a total population of 37 people, consisting of 16 males and 21 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 1,312 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daragamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 10 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Daragamunda
Daragamunda 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 Daragamunda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Daragamunda.
| 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 Daragamunda is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Daragamunda is about 107 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 Daragamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daragamunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daragamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daragamunda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daragamunda
Where is Daragamunda located?
Daragamunda village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daragamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Daragamunda is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Daragamunda?
The pincode of Daragamunda is 762110.
What is the population of Daragamunda?
Daragamunda has a total population of 37, including 16 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Daragamunda?
There are 7 households in Daragamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Daragamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daragamunda is 18.92%. Male literacy is 37.50% and female literacy is 4.76%.