Darada - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Darada is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Arapaju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darada is 415593. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Darada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darada
According to the 2011 Census, Darada village had a total population of 440 people, including 221 males and 219 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.99%, with male literacy at 82.98% and female literacy at 47.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 440 | 221 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 89 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 84 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 156 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 65 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Darada
Darada 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 Darada
Public transport in the Darada 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Darada is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Darada is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darada 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 Darada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Darada
Where is Darada located?
Darada village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darada?
The Gram Panchayat of Darada is Arapaju.
What is the pincode of Darada?
The pincode of Darada is 762012.
What is the population of Darada?
Darada had a total population of 440, including 221 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Darada?
Darada had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darada was 64.99%. Male literacy was 82.98% and female literacy was 47.09%.