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
According to the 2011 Census, Darapida village had a total population of 271 people, including 142 males and 129 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.75%, with male literacy at 79.53% and female literacy at 46.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 208.
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 | 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 had a total population of 271, including 142 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Darapida?
Darapida had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darapida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapida was 63.75%. Male literacy was 79.53% and female literacy was 46.02%.