Darara - Lakshmipur, Koraput
Darara is a village situated in the Lakshmipur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakshmipur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Odiapentha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darara is 428523. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 765013 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Darara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darara
According to the 2011 Census, Darara village had a total population of 122 people, including 67 males and 55 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.57%, with male literacy at 81.36% and female literacy at 52.17%.
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 | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 48 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 19 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Darara
Darara 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 Darara
Public transport in the Darara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Darara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Darara is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Darara is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darara 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 Darara
Where is Darara located?
Darara village is located in Lakshmipur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darara?
The Gram Panchayat of Darara is Odiapentha.
What is the pincode of Darara?
The pincode of Darara is 765013.
What is the population of Darara?
Darara had a total population of 122, including 67 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Darara?
Darara had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darara was 68.57%. Male literacy was 81.36% and female literacy was 52.17%.