Darju

Darju is a village located in Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 56km away from sub-district headquarter Raikia (tehsildar office) and 129km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Ranaba is the gram panchayat of Darju village.

Darju 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 Darju

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darju is 417637. The village spans a total geographical area of 63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761108. Bhanjanagar is nearest town to Darju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.

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Population of Darju

Below is a concise population overview of Darju as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 54 21 33
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 9 4 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 25 10 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 9 7 2
Illiterate Population 45 14 31

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darju village:

  • The total population of Darju village is around 54, including approximately 21 males and 33 females, with a sex ratio of 1571 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 9 children aged 0–6 years in Darju village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Darju village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Darju village is about 16.67%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 6.06%.
  • There are around 13 households in Darju village.

Connectivity of Darju

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darju. As per the 2011 stats, Darju had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Darju

Knowing the nearby villages of Darju helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darju.

Frequently Asked Questions about Darju

Where is Darju located?
Darju village is situated in Raikia Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darju?
The Gram Panchayat of Darju is Ranaba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Darju?
The pincode of Darju is 761108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Darju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darju is 54, with 21 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Darju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Darju village has a total of 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darju as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darju is 16.67%. The male literacy rate is 33.33%, while the female literacy rate is 6.06%.