Darida - Chandankiyari, Bokaro
Darida is a village situated in the Chandankiyari subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandankiyari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Lalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darida is 362767. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 828134 pincode. Chas is the nearest town.
Darida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darida
According to the 2011 Census, Darida village had a total population of 1,104 people, including 591 males and 513 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.45%, with male literacy at 77.36% and female literacy at 54.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351.
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 | 1,104 | 591 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 114 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 184 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 369 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 222 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Darida
Darida 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 Darida
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Darida.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Darida is about 30 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 Darida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darida 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 Darida
Where is Darida located?
Darida village is located in Chandankiyari Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darida?
The Gram Panchayat of Darida is Lalpur.
What is the pincode of Darida?
The pincode of Darida is 828134.
What is the population of Darida?
Darida had a total population of 1,104, including 591 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Darida?
Darida had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darida was 66.45%. Male literacy was 77.36% and female literacy was 54.31%.