Darang
Darang is a village located in Champa tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Champa (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Darang village is also a gram panchayat.
Darang has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Darang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darang is 436820. The village spans a total geographical area of 419.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495687. Champa is nearest town to Darang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Darang 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 Sakri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Darang
Population of Darang
Below is a concise population overview of Darang 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 | 1,780 | 899 | 881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 138 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 125 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 649 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 250 | 461 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darang village:
- The total population of Darang village is around 1,780, including approximately 899 males and 881 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 267 children aged 0–6 years in Darang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Darang village has 236 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 165 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Darang village is about 60.06%, with male literacy at 72.19% and female literacy at 47.67%.
- There are around 406 households in Darang village.
Connectivity of Darang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darang. As per the 2011 stats, Darang 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Darang
Knowing the nearby villages of Darang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darang
- Where is Darang located?
- Darang village is situated in Champa Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darang?
- Darang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Darang?
- The pincode of Darang is 495687, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Darang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darang is 1,780, with 899 males and 881 females.
- How many households are there in Darang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darang village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darang is 60.06%. The male literacy rate is 72.19%, while the female literacy rate is 47.67%.