Darabol - Derabish, Kendrapara
Darabol is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Balia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darabol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darabol is 396646. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 754289 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Darabol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darabol
According to the 2011 Census, Darabol village had a total population of 422 people, including 203 males and 219 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.65%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 78.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 422 | 203 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 17 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 74 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 166 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 37 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Darabol
Darabol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jashor | North-West | 0.45 km |
| Deshpur | South-East | 0.63 km |
| Kajipurpatna | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Gopinathpur | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Chasakhanda | East | 1.31 km |
| Raghudaspur | West | 1.40 km |
| Balia | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Ario | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Adhanga Mallikeswarpur | South | 1.74 km |
| Baghalo | West | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darabol
Darabol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Banbihari Gwalipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Darabol is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Darabol is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darabol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darabol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darabol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darabol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darabol
Where is Darabol located?
Darabol village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darabol?
The Gram Panchayat of Darabol is Balia.
What is the pincode of Darabol?
The pincode of Darabol is 754289.
What is the population of Darabol?
Darabol had a total population of 422, including 203 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Darabol?
Darabol had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darabol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darabol was 83.65%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 78.07%.