Darrabandha - Dongargaon, Rajnandgaon
Darrabandha is a village situated in the Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Tendunala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darrabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darrabandha is 441127. The village covers a total geographical area of 630.28 hectares and falls under the 491557 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Darrabandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darrabandha
As per Census 2011, Darrabandha village has a total population of 1,003 people, consisting of 416 males and 587 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 1,411 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 347 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darrabandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 416 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 50 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 144 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 267 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 149 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Darrabandha
Darrabandha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shikari Tola | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Tendunala | North | 2.43 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Sangin Kachhar | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Jhithra Tola | West | 3.70 km |
| Asara | South | 3.74 km |
| Uraidabri | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Riwa Tola | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Maharajpur | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Kallu Tola | West | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darrabandha
Darrabandha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dongargarh, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| 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 Dongargaon to Darrabandha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Darrabandha is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darrabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darrabandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darrabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darrabandha 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 Darrabandha
Where is Darrabandha located?
Darrabandha village is located in Dongargaon Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darrabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Darrabandha is Tendunala.
What is the pincode of Darrabandha?
The pincode of Darrabandha is 491557.
What is the population of Darrabandha?
Darrabandha has a total population of 1,003, including 416 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Darrabandha?
There are 216 households in Darrabandha.
What is the literacy rate in Darrabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darrabandha is 55.63%. Male literacy is 64.18% and female literacy is 49.57%.