Darukona - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Darukona is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darukona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darukona is 425349. The village covers a total geographical area of 660 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Darukona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darukona
According to the 2011 Census, Darukona village had a total population of 428 people, including 195 males and 233 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,195 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.97%, with male literacy at 70.44% and female literacy at 35.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 390.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Darukona
Darukona 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 Darukona
Darukona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Darukona is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Darukona is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darukona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darukona 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darukona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darukona 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darukona
Where is Darukona located?
Darukona village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darukona?
The Gram Panchayat of Darukona is Sahada.
What is the pincode of Darukona?
The pincode of Darukona is 765019.
What is the population of Darukona?
Darukona had a total population of 428, including 195 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Darukona?
Darukona had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darukona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darukona was 50.97%. Male literacy was 70.44% and female literacy was 35.50%.