Darging - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Darging is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 156 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Darjing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darging village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darging is 384804. The village covers a total geographical area of 343 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Darging 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 Darging
As per Census 2011, Darging village has a total population of 720 people, consisting of 349 males and 371 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 488 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darging are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 349 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 61 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 45 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 488 | 233 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 220 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 129 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Darging
Darging 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saleipali | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Ludhuni | West | 1.80 km |
| Gaudiniposh | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Santikayatpali | South | 2.35 km |
| Balisuda | East | 2.65 km |
| Birtola | North | 2.78 km |
| Dhenkiam | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Thiaberna | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Ateikucha | South | 3.54 km |
| Sanbirtola | North-East | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darging
Darging is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patasahi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Darging is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Darging is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darging
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darging village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darging
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darging village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darging
Where is Darging located?
Darging village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darging?
The Gram Panchayat of Darging is Darjing.
What is the pincode of Darging?
The pincode of Darging is 770040.
What is the population of Darging?
Darging has a total population of 720, including 349 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Darging?
There are 164 households in Darging.
What is the literacy rate in Darging?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darging is 55.97%. Male literacy is 63.04% and female literacy is 49.33%.