Darangaba - Nandapur, Koraput
Darangaba is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kasandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darangaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darangaba is 429909. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Darangaba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darangaba
According to the 2011 Census, Darangaba village had a total population of 360 people, including 174 males and 186 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.34%, with male literacy at 61.70% and female literacy at 39.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 349.
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 | 360 | 174 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 170 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 87 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 87 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Darangaba
Darangaba 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 Darangaba
Public transport in the Darangaba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Darangaba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Darangaba is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Darangaba is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darangaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darangaba 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 Darangaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darangaba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darangaba
Where is Darangaba located?
Darangaba village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darangaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Darangaba is Kasandi.
What is the pincode of Darangaba?
The pincode of Darangaba is 764037.
What is the population of Darangaba?
Darangaba had a total population of 360, including 174 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Darangaba?
Darangaba had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darangaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darangaba was 50.34%. Male literacy was 61.70% and female literacy was 39.74%.