Darkholi
Darkholi is a village located in Jharpokharia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Jharpokharia (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Pokharia is the gram panchayat of Darkholi village.
Darkholi has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Darkholi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darkholi is 387864. The village spans a total geographical area of 190 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757051. Baripada is nearest town to Darkholi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Darkholi
Population of Darkholi
Below is a concise population overview of Darkholi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 588 | 300 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 262 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 165 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 135 | 194 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darkholi village:
- The total population of Darkholi village is around 588, including approximately 300 males and 288 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Darkholi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Darkholi village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 514 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Darkholi village is about 44.05%, with male literacy at 55.00% and female literacy at 32.64%.
- There are around 148 households in Darkholi village.
Connectivity of Darkholi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darkholi. As per the 2011 stats, Darkholi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Darkholi
Knowing the nearby villages of Darkholi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darkholi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darkholi
- Where is Darkholi located?
- Darkholi village is situated in Jharpokharia Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darkholi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Darkholi is Pokharia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Darkholi?
- The pincode of Darkholi is 757051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Darkholi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darkholi is 588, with 300 males and 288 females.
- How many households are there in Darkholi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darkholi village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darkholi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darkholi is 44.05%. The male literacy rate is 55.00%, while the female literacy rate is 32.64%.