Daragaon - Daundilohara, Balod
Daragaon is a village situated in the Daundilohara tehsil of Balod district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Dondiluhara and around 65 km from Durg. Bijoura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daragaon is 443040. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.76 hectares and falls under the 491227 pincode. Dondiluhara is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Daragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dondi Lohara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daragaon
As per Census 2011, Daragaon village has a total population of 690 people, consisting of 342 males and 348 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 312 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daragaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 690 | 342 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 152 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 265 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 77 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Daragaon
Daragaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parri | South | 1.10 km |
| Bijora | North | 2.05 km |
| Badgaon | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Raipura | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Kochera | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Kumhalori | East | 3.26 km |
| Dubchera | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Rengani | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Semhardih | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Bhedi | South-West | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daragaon
Daragaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balod, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dondiluhara to Daragaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Daragaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daragaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daragaon
Where is Daragaon located?
Daragaon village is located in Daundilohara Tehsil, Balod district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Daragaon is Bijoura.
What is the pincode of Daragaon?
The pincode of Daragaon is 491227.
What is the population of Daragaon?
Daragaon has a total population of 690, including 342 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Daragaon?
There are 160 households in Daragaon.
What is the literacy rate in Daragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daragaon is 66.81%. Male literacy is 77.49% and female literacy is 56.32%.