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
As per Census 2011, Darwaja village has a total population of 1,229 people, consisting of 633 males and 596 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 554 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darwaja are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,229, including 633 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Darwaja?
There are 302 households in Darwaja.
What is the literacy rate in Darwaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwaja is 45.08%. Male literacy is 59.56% and female literacy is 29.70%.