Darada - Balipatna, Khordha
Darada is a village situated in the Balipatna tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balipatna and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Pampalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darada is 407658. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Darada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darada
According to the 2011 Census, Darada village had a total population of 1,432 people, including 716 males and 716 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.96%, with male literacy at 91.36% and female literacy at 84.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 569.
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 | 1,432 | 716 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 68 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 278 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 592 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 124 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Darada
Darada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Danapada | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Kulantiragram | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Alisisahabad | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Kulantirasasan | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Taraboi | East | 1.77 km |
| Indolakusiari | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Alisisasan | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Purohitpur | West | 2.06 km |
| Dorabanga | East | 2.06 km |
| Ghasiandhoti | South-East | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darada
Public transport in the Darada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lingaraj Temple Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Darada is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Darada is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darada
Where is Darada located?
Darada village is located in Balipatna Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darada?
The Gram Panchayat of Darada is Pampalo.
What is the pincode of Darada?
The pincode of Darada is 752102.
What is the population of Darada?
Darada had a total population of 1,432, including 716 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Darada?
Darada had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darada was 87.96%. Male literacy was 91.36% and female literacy was 84.47%.