Daspur - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Daspur is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Raighar and around 110 km from Nabarangapur . Jalangapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daspur is 427239. The village covers a total geographical area of 691 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Daspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daspur
As per Census 2011, Daspur village has a total population of 1,854 people, consisting of 938 males and 916 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 952 literate and 902 illiterate residents. Additionally, 764 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 734 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,854 | 938 | 916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 146 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 764 | 377 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 734 | 373 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 593 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 902 | 345 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Daspur
Daspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Phatikipara | South | 2.11 km |
| Jodenga | North | 2.35 km |
| Biripur | East | 2.43 km |
| Jalangpara | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Maruadihi | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Jadapara | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Pourbel | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Bobei | East | 3.81 km |
| Khatuarpara | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Hirapara | North-East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daspur
Daspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagdalpur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Daspur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Daspur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Daspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daspur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daspur
Where is Daspur located?
Daspur village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Daspur is Jalangapara.
What is the pincode of Daspur?
The pincode of Daspur is 764088.
What is the population of Daspur?
Daspur has a total population of 1,854, including 938 males and 916 females.
How many households are there in Daspur?
There are 396 households in Daspur.
What is the literacy rate in Daspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daspur is 51.35%. Male literacy is 63.22% and female literacy is 39.19%.