Darai - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Darai is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Daldali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darai is 439236. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.78 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Darai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darai
According to the 2011 Census, Darai village had a total population of 286 people, including 139 males and 147 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.52%, with male literacy at 66.36% and female literacy at 47.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 286 | 139 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 118 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 68 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Darai
Darai 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 Darai
Darai 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 | 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 Bodla to Darai is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Darai is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darai
Where is Darai located?
Darai village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darai?
The Gram Panchayat of Darai is Daldali.
What is the pincode of Darai?
The pincode of Darai is 491995.
What is the population of Darai?
Darai had a total population of 286, including 139 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Darai?
Darai had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darai was 56.52%. Male literacy was 66.36% and female literacy was 47.97%.