Darisuga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Darisuga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Gochhapada and around 34 km from Phulbani. Polabrudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darisuga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darisuga is 415278. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Darisuga 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 Darisuga
According to the 2011 Census, Darisuga village had a total population of 343 people, including 96 males and 247 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 2,573 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.67%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 79.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 298.
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 | 343 | 96 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 16 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 2 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 80 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 75 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 21 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Darisuga
Darisuga 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 Darisuga
Darisuga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Darisuga is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Darisuga is about 34 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 Darisuga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darisuga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darisuga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darisuga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darisuga
Where is Darisuga located?
Darisuga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darisuga?
The Gram Panchayat of Darisuga is Polabrudi.
What is the pincode of Darisuga?
The pincode of Darisuga is 762002.
What is the population of Darisuga?
Darisuga had a total population of 343, including 96 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Darisuga?
Darisuga had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darisuga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darisuga was 83.67%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 79.91%.