Darukona
Darukona is a village located in Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Bishamakatak (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Sahada is the gram panchayat of Darukona village.
Darukona has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada 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 Darukona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darukona is 425349. The village spans a total geographical area of 660 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765019. Gunupur is nearest town to Darukona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Darukona
Population of Darukona
Below is a concise population overview of Darukona 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 | 428 | 195 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 177 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 112 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 83 | 162 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darukona village:
- The total population of Darukona village is around 428, including approximately 195 males and 233 females, with a sex ratio of 1194 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Darukona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Darukona village has 36 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 390 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Darukona village is about 42.76%, with male literacy at 57.44% and female literacy at 30.47%.
- There are around 102 households in Darukona village.
Connectivity of Darukona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darukona. As per the 2011 stats, Darukona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Darukona
Knowing the nearby villages of Darukona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darukona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darukona
- Where is Darukona located?
- Darukona village is situated in Bishamakatak Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darukona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Darukona is Sahada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Darukona?
- The pincode of Darukona is 765019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Darukona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darukona is 428, with 195 males and 233 females.
- How many households are there in Darukona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darukona village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darukona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darukona is 42.76%. The male literacy rate is 57.44%, while the female literacy rate is 30.47%.