Darra - Thana Mandi, Rajouri
Darra is a village situated in the Thana Mandi tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Thanamandi and around 26 km from Rajouri. Baryoon Dara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darra is 001280. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.8 hectares and falls under the 185212 pincode. Thanamandi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Darra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darra
According to the 2011 Census, Darra village had a total population of 1,397 people, including 740 males and 657 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.73%, with male literacy at 79.44% and female literacy at 53.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 391.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,397 | 740 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 166 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 203 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 456 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 284 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Darra
Darra 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 Darra
Public transport in the Darra is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Darra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thanamandi to Darra is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Darra is about 26 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 Darra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darra 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darra
Where is Darra located?
Darra village is located in Thana Mandi Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darra?
The Gram Panchayat of Darra is Baryoon Dara.
What is the pincode of Darra?
The pincode of Darra is 185212.
What is the population of Darra?
Darra had a total population of 1,397, including 740 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Darra?
Darra had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darra was 67.73%. Male literacy was 79.44% and female literacy was 53.99%.