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
As per Census 2011, Darisuga village has a total population of 343 people, consisting of 96 males and 247 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 2,572 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 298 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darisuga are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 343, including 96 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Darisuga?
There are 60 households in Darisuga.
What is the literacy rate in Darisuga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darisuga is 71.72%. Male literacy is 78.13% and female literacy is 69.23%.