Dakaraguda - Paparahandi, Nabarangpur
Dakaraguda is a village situated in the Paparahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Paparahandi and around 16 km from Nabarangapur . Papadahandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakaraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakaraguda is 427752. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 764071 pincode. Papadahandi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dakaraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakaraguda
As per Census 2011, Dakaraguda village has a total population of 900 people, consisting of 469 males and 431 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 874 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakaraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 | 469 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 101 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 874 | 456 | 418 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 220 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 249 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Dakaraguda
Dakaraguda 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 Dakaraguda
Public transport in the Dakaraguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Papadahandi to Dakaraguda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Dakaraguda is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakaraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakaraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dakaraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakaraguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakaraguda
Where is Dakaraguda located?
Dakaraguda village is located in Paparahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakaraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakaraguda is Papadahandi.
What is the pincode of Dakaraguda?
The pincode of Dakaraguda is 764071.
What is the population of Dakaraguda?
Dakaraguda has a total population of 900, including 469 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Dakaraguda?
There are 201 households in Dakaraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dakaraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakaraguda is 36.67%. Male literacy is 46.91% and female literacy is 25.52%.