Darusingula - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Darusingula is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darusingula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darusingula is 416500. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Darusingula 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 Darusingula
According to the 2011 Census, Darusingula village had a total population of 45 people, including 23 males and 22 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.68%, with male literacy at 38.89% and female literacy at 10.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Darusingula
Darusingula is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Changurabali | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Ghodabali | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Singulagam | East | 1.47 km |
| Mutabali | North | 1.80 km |
| Parubhata | South | 1.93 km |
| Kacharlai | East | 2.13 km |
| Karnibera | West | 2.57 km |
| Budhakhamana | East | 2.60 km |
| Landagan | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Kiranagan | East | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darusingula
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Darusingula. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Darusingula is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Darusingula is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darusingula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darusingula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darusingula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darusingula 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darusingula
Where is Darusingula located?
Darusingula village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darusingula?
The Gram Panchayat of Darusingula is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Darusingula?
The pincode of Darusingula is 762110.
What is the population of Darusingula?
Darusingula had a total population of 45, including 23 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Darusingula?
Darusingula had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darusingula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darusingula was 23.68%. Male literacy was 38.89% and female literacy was 10.00%.