Dareikala - Banei, Sundargarh
Dareikala is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 177 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kendrikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dareikala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dareikala is 385154. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 770038 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Dareikala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dareikala
As per Census 2011, Dareikala village has a total population of 543 people, consisting of 268 males and 275 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dareikala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 268 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 64 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 202 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 66 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Dareikala
Dareikala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandua | West | 1.03 km |
| Pandrisila | East | 1.25 km |
| Dharanidharpali | South | 1.43 km |
| Alekhpur | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Jhaliaberna | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Govindpur | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Gurundupali | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Nuapali | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Gamhadihi | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Badbaurkela | West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dareikala
Dareikala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Dareikala is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Dareikala is about 177 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dareikala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dareikala 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dareikala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dareikala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dareikala
Where is Dareikala located?
Dareikala village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dareikala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dareikala is Kendrikela.
What is the pincode of Dareikala?
The pincode of Dareikala is 770038.
What is the population of Dareikala?
Dareikala has a total population of 543, including 268 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Dareikala?
There are 141 households in Dareikala.
What is the literacy rate in Dareikala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dareikala is 69.61%. Male literacy is 75.37% and female literacy is 64.00%.