Dharasing - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Dharasing is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Bishamakatak and around 85 km from Rayagada . Piskapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharasing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharasing is 425260. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Dharasing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharasing
According to the 2011 Census, Dharasing village had a total population of 176 people, including 83 males and 93 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.28%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 176 | 83 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 39 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 44 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Dharasing
Dharasing 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 Dharasing
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dharasing.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rayagada to Dharasing is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dharasing is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharasing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharasing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharasing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharasing 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 Dharasing
Where is Dharasing located?
Dharasing village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharasing?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharasing is Piskapanga.
What is the pincode of Dharasing?
The pincode of Dharasing is 765019.
What is the population of Dharasing?
Dharasing had a total population of 176, including 83 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Dharasing?
Dharasing had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharasing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharasing was 43.28%. Male literacy was 67.24% and female literacy was 25.00%.