Daragaon - Boden, Nuapada
Daragaon is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Komna and around 64 km from Nuapada. Karlakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daragaon is 421933. The village covers a total geographical area of 420 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Daragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daragaon
As per Census 2011, Daragaon village has a total population of 1,450 people, consisting of 731 males and 719 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 549 literate and 901 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daragaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,450 | 731 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,190 | 598 | 592 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 357 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 901 | 374 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Daragaon
Daragaon 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 Daragaon
Daragaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Khariar Road to Daragaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Daragaon is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daragaon 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 Daragaon
Where is Daragaon located?
Daragaon village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Daragaon is Karlakote.
What is the pincode of Daragaon?
The pincode of Daragaon is 766106.
What is the population of Daragaon?
Daragaon has a total population of 1,450, including 731 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Daragaon?
There are 390 households in Daragaon.
What is the literacy rate in Daragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daragaon is 37.86%. Male literacy is 48.84% and female literacy is 26.70%.