Darapida - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Darapida is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Sarangagarh and around 90 km from Phulbani. Gutingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darapida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darapida is 416149. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Darapida 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 Darapida
As per Census 2011, Darapida village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 142 males and 129 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 208 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darapida are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 112 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 101 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 41 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Darapida
Darapida 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 Darapida
Darapida 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 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 G. Udayagiri to Darapida is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Darapida is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darapida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darapida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darapida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darapida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Darapida
Where is Darapida located?
Darapida village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darapida?
The Gram Panchayat of Darapida is Gutingia.
What is the pincode of Darapida?
The pincode of Darapida is 762106.
What is the population of Darapida?
Darapida has a total population of 271, including 142 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Darapida?
There are 61 households in Darapida.
What is the literacy rate in Darapida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapida is 56.46%. Male literacy is 71.13% and female literacy is 40.31%.