Dargahan
Dargahan is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Dargahan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dargahan unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Dargahan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dargahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dargahan is 447443. The village spans a total geographical area of 221.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494337. Charama is nearest town to Dargahan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dargahan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dargahan
Population of Dargahan
According to the 2011 Census, Dargahan has a total population of about 1,618, with approximately 855 males and 763 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 114 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 600. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.41%, with male literacy at about 76.73% and female literacy near 61.21%. There are around 362 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dargahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,618 | 855 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 109 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 50 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 600 | 360 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 656 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 199 | 296 |
Connectivity of Dargahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dargahan. As per the 2011 stats, Dargahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dargahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dargahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dargahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dargahan
- Where is Dargahan located?
- Dargahan village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dargahan?
- Dargahan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dargahan?
- The pincode of Dargahan is 494337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dargahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dargahan is 1,618, with 855 males and 763 females.
- How many households are there in Dargahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dargahan village has a total of 362 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dargahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dargahan is 69.41%. The male literacy rate is 76.73%, while the female literacy rate is 61.21%.