Darrighat
Darrighat is a village located in Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Masturi (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Darrighat village is also a gram panchayat.
Darrighat has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Darrighat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darrighat is 438775. The village spans a total geographical area of 264.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495551. Bilaspur is nearest town to Darrighat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Darrighat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Darrighat
Population of Darrighat
Below is a concise population overview of Darrighat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,952 | 1,016 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 162 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 715 | 373 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 697 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 825 | 319 | 506 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darrighat village:
- The total population of Darrighat village is around 1,952, including approximately 1,016 males and 936 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 316 children aged 0–6 years in Darrighat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Darrighat village has 715 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 42 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Darrighat village is about 57.74%, with male literacy at 68.60% and female literacy at 45.94%.
- There are around 420 households in Darrighat village.
Connectivity of Darrighat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darrighat. As per the 2011 stats, Darrighat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Darrighat
Knowing the nearby villages of Darrighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darrighat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darrighat
- Where is Darrighat located?
- Darrighat village is situated in Masturi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darrighat?
- Darrighat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Darrighat?
- The pincode of Darrighat is 495551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Darrighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darrighat is 1,952, with 1,016 males and 936 females.
- How many households are there in Darrighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darrighat village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darrighat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darrighat is 57.74%. The male literacy rate is 68.60%, while the female literacy rate is 45.94%.