Darwaja - Lormi, Mungeli
Darwaja is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Lormi and around 78 km from Bilaspur. Darwaja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darwaja is 437656. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.92 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Darwaja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darwaja
According to the 2011 Census, Darwaja village had a total population of 1,229 people, including 633 males and 596 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.26%, with male literacy at 73.06% and female literacy at 35.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 1,229 | 633 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 117 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 377 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 256 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Darwaja
Darwaja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kansra | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Jhalri | West | 1.38 km |
| Kansri | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Akhrar | South | 1.72 km |
| Tilakpur | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Chhindpura | East | 2.71 km |
| Chachedi | West | 2.78 km |
| Manki | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Ghanaghar | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Karuhanar | South-West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darwaja
Darwaja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khongsara, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lormi to Darwaja is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Darwaja is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darwaja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darwaja 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Darwaja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darwaja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darwaja
Where is Darwaja located?
Darwaja village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darwaja?
Darwaja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darwaja?
The pincode of Darwaja is 495115.
What is the population of Darwaja?
Darwaja had a total population of 1,229, including 633 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Darwaja?
Darwaja had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darwaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwaja was 54.26%. Male literacy was 73.06% and female literacy was 35.05%.