Dabena Village - Narharpur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Dabena is a village situated in the Narharpur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narharpur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Dabena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabena is 447916. The village covers a total geographical area of 1277.5 hectares and falls under the 494333 pincode. Kanker is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Dabena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanker Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dabena
As per Census 2011, Dabena village has a total population of 1,024 people, consisting of 505 males and 519 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 804 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabena are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,024 | 505 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 72 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 804 | 395 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 276 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 229 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Dabena
Dabena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siharinara | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Ganvarsili | South | 3.29 km |
| Rajpur | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Deogaon | West | 3.70 km |
| Dudumbahara | North | 4.03 km |
| Singarwahi | South | 4.72 km |
| Masulpani | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Dompadar | East | 4.85 km |
| Pathrinara | North | 4.91 km |
| Charbhata | North-East | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dabena
Dabena is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 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 Kanker to Dabena is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dabena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dabena
Where is Dabena located?
Dabena village is located in Narharpur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabena?
Dabena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dabena?
The pincode of Dabena is 494333.
What is the population of Dabena?
Dabena has a total population of 1,024, including 505 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Dabena?
There are 232 households in Dabena.
What is the literacy rate in Dabena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabena is 48.54%. Male literacy is 54.65% and female literacy is 42.58%.