Darabi - Nagrota, Jammu
Darabi is a village situated in the Nagrota tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 48 km from Jammu and around 458 km from Jammu. Chibba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darabi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darabi is 005661. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.3 hectares and falls under the 181221 pincode. Katra is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Darabi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darabi
As per Census 2011, Darabi village has a total population of 702 people, consisting of 374 males and 328 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darabi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 374 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 50 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 127 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 94 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 241 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 133 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Darabi
Darabi 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 Darabi
Public transport in the Darabi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Katra to Darabi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Darabi is about 458 km, with the usual travel time around ~13.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darabi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darabi 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 Darabi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darabi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darabi
Where is Darabi located?
Darabi village is located in Nagrota Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darabi?
The Gram Panchayat of Darabi is Chibba.
What is the pincode of Darabi?
The pincode of Darabi is 181221.
What is the population of Darabi?
Darabi has a total population of 702, including 374 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Darabi?
There are 126 households in Darabi.
What is the literacy rate in Darabi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darabi is 55.56%. Male literacy is 64.44% and female literacy is 45.43%.