Darridih - Dharamjaigarh, Raigarh
Darridih is a village situated in the Dharamjaigarh tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from Dharamjaigarh and around 82 km from Raigarh. Darridih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darridih is 434448. The village covers a total geographical area of 630.6 hectares and falls under the 496116 pincode. Dharamjaigarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Darridih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darridih
According to the 2011 Census, Darridih village had a total population of 1,248 people, including 633 males and 615 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.18%, with male literacy at 81.96% and female literacy at 58.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 430.
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 | 1,248 | 633 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 112 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 430 | 214 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 427 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 206 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Darridih
Darridih 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 Darridih
Darridih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharamjaigarh to Darridih is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Darridih is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darridih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darridih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darridih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darridih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darridih
Where is Darridih located?
Darridih village is located in Dharamjaigarh Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darridih?
Darridih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darridih?
The pincode of Darridih is 496116.
What is the population of Darridih?
Darridih had a total population of 1,248, including 633 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Darridih?
Darridih had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darridih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darridih was 70.18%. Male literacy was 81.96% and female literacy was 58.43%.