Dharakota
Dharakota is a village located in Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kotagarh (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Judaballi is the gram panchayat of Dharakota village.
Here you can discover what makes Dharakota unique in its vibrant Kotagarh-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Dharakota’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dharakota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharakota is 417242. The village spans a total geographical area of 839 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762105. Rayagada is nearest town to Dharakota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 100km away.
Google Map of Dharakota
Population of Dharakota
According to the 2011 Census, Dharakota has a total population of about 1,085, with approximately 536 males and 549 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 232 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 235. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.54%, with male literacy at about 36.38% and female literacy near 16.94%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharakota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,085 | 536 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 94 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 122 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 117 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 195 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 341 | 456 |
Connectivity of Dharakota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharakota. As per the 2011 stats, Dharakota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharakota
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharakota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharakota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharakota
- Where is Dharakota located?
- Dharakota village is situated in Kotagarh Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharakota?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dharakota is Judaballi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dharakota?
- The pincode of Dharakota is 762105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharakota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharakota is 1,085, with 536 males and 549 females.
- How many households are there in Dharakota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharakota village has a total of 255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharakota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharakota is 26.54%. The male literacy rate is 36.38%, while the female literacy rate is 16.94%.