Danaut - Gharghoda, Raigarh
Danaut is a village situated in the Gharghoda tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharghoda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Chilkaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danaut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danaut is 434659. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.92 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Danaut 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 Danaut
As per Census 2011, Danaut village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 270 males and 284 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 424 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danaut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 270 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 209 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 178 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 92 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Danaut
Danaut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phulikunda | East | 2.77 km |
| Dangbira | North | 2.84 km |
| Phutaha Munda | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Kaya | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Chilkaguda | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Kataipali Dee | North | 4.74 km |
| Chimtapani | South | 5.45 km |
| Bamhanpali | South-East | 5.59 km |
| Kantajhariya | South | 5.95 km |
| Kenapara | East | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Danaut
Danaut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.
| 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 Gharghoda to Danaut is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Danaut is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danaut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danaut 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Danaut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danaut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danaut
Where is Danaut located?
Danaut village is located in Gharghoda Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danaut?
The Gram Panchayat of Danaut is Chilkaguda.
What is the pincode of Danaut?
The pincode of Danaut is 496113.
What is the population of Danaut?
Danaut has a total population of 554, including 270 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Danaut?
There are 127 households in Danaut.
What is the literacy rate in Danaut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danaut is 55.23%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 45.07%.