Daradada - Pipili, Puri
Daradada is a village situated in the Pipili tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipili and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Jagannathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daradada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daradada is 408713. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 752104 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Daradada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daradada
As per Census 2011, Daradada village has a total population of 989 people, consisting of 504 males and 485 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 805 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daradada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 | 504 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 54 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 198 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 432 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 72 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Daradada
Daradada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagannathpur | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Manikadeipur | West | 1.20 km |
| Arangpara | East | 1.23 km |
| Patasahanipur | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Gaonpada | West | 1.46 km |
| Aruha | North | 1.52 km |
| Govindapur | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Harianta | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Malikabad | East | 2.28 km |
| Lohapur | East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daradada
Daradada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lingaraj Temple Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.4 km.
| 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 Bhubaneswar to Daradada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Daradada is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daradada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daradada 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 Daradada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daradada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daradada
Where is Daradada located?
Daradada village is located in Pipili Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daradada?
The Gram Panchayat of Daradada is Jagannathpur.
What is the pincode of Daradada?
The pincode of Daradada is 752104.
What is the population of Daradada?
Daradada has a total population of 989, including 504 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Daradada?
There are 189 households in Daradada.
What is the literacy rate in Daradada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daradada is 81.40%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 76.91%.