Dharakota - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Dharakota is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dharakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharakota is 417242. The village covers a total geographical area of 839 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Dharakota 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 Dharakota
As per Census 2011, Dharakota village has a total population of 1,085 people, consisting of 536 males and 549 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 797 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 235 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharakota are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dharakota
Dharakota 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 Dharakota
Dharakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Dharakota is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dharakota is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dharakota
Where is Dharakota located?
Dharakota village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharakota is Dharakote.
What is the pincode of Dharakota?
The pincode of Dharakota is 762105.
What is the population of Dharakota?
Dharakota has a total population of 1,085, including 536 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Dharakota?
There are 255 households in Dharakota.
What is the literacy rate in Dharakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharakota is 26.54%. Male literacy is 36.38% and female literacy is 16.94%.