Darra - Tundara, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Darra is a village situated in the Tundara tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Kasdol and around 140 km from Raipur. Darra M serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darra is 444060. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 493332 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Darra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darra
According to the 2011 Census, Darra village had a total population of 1,257 people, including 612 males and 645 females, living in 268 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.82%, with male literacy at 83.43% and female literacy at 54.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
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 | 1,257 | 612 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 428 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 184 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Darra
Darra 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 Darra
Darra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kasdol to Darra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Darra is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darra 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darra
Where is Darra located?
Darra village is located in Tundara Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darra?
The Gram Panchayat of Darra is Darra M.
What is the pincode of Darra?
The pincode of Darra is 493332.
What is the population of Darra?
Darra had a total population of 1,257, including 612 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Darra?
Darra had 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darra was 68.82%. Male literacy was 83.43% and female literacy was 54.98%.