Darlabeda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Darlabeda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Jodamba and around 105 km from Malkangiri . Jodamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darlabeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darlabeda is 430818. The village covers a total geographical area of 334 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Darlabeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darlabeda
As per Census 2011, Darlabeda village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 206 males and 185 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 266 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darlabeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 206 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 31 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 141 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 116 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 90 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Darlabeda
Darlabeda 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 Darlabeda
Darlabeda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balimela to Darlabeda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Darlabeda is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darlabeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darlabeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darlabeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darlabeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darlabeda
Where is Darlabeda located?
Darlabeda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darlabeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Darlabeda is Jodamba.
What is the pincode of Darlabeda?
The pincode of Darlabeda is 764052.
What is the population of Darlabeda?
Darlabeda has a total population of 391, including 206 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Darlabeda?
There are 96 households in Darlabeda.
What is the literacy rate in Darlabeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darlabeda is 44.76%. Male literacy is 56.31% and female literacy is 31.89%.