Darba - Kurud, Dhamtari
Darba is a village situated in the Kurud tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurud and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Darba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darba is 446789. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.28 hectares and falls under the 493661 pincode. Kurud is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Darba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darba
As per Census 2011, Darba village has a total population of 1,684 people, consisting of 818 males and 866 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,071 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,684 | 818 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 112 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 150 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,071 | 592 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 226 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Darba
Darba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birejhar | South | 1.83 km |
| Mura | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Chataud | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Kotgaon | East | 2.10 km |
| Kulhadi | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Khursenga | North | 3.22 km |
| Kodapar | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Jamgaon | West | 3.29 km |
| Dhetha | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Mulle | South-West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darba
Darba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sirry, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kurud to Darba is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Darba is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Darba
Where is Darba located?
Darba village is located in Kurud Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darba?
Darba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darba?
The pincode of Darba is 493661.
What is the population of Darba?
Darba has a total population of 1,684, including 818 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Darba?
There are 370 households in Darba.
What is the literacy rate in Darba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darba is 63.60%. Male literacy is 72.37% and female literacy is 55.31%.