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.
Dharakota has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Dharakota
Below is a concise population overview of Dharakota as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dharakota village:
- The total population of Dharakota village is around 1,085, including approximately 536 males and 549 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Dharakota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dharakota village has 232 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 235 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dharakota village is about 26.54%, with male literacy at 36.38% and female literacy at 16.94%.
- There are around 255 households in Dharakota village.
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%.