Daranga - Devipur, Deoghar
Daranga is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Daranga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daranga is 354203. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode.
Daranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daranga
As per Census 2011, Daranga village has a total population of 1,198 people, consisting of 632 males and 566 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,198 | 632 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 110 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 344 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 288 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Daranga
Daranga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siri | South | 1.33 km |
| Kamarsali | East | 1.43 km |
| Tola Badgunda | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Narha Simar | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Bermuka | East | 2.50 km |
| Lodhratari | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Tola Pataua | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Naiadih | North | 2.87 km |
| Tola Chitardih | North | 3.05 km |
| Gobardaha | North-East | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daranga
Daranga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagadishpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Daranga is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daranga
Where is Daranga located?
Daranga village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daranga?
Daranga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daranga?
The pincode of Daranga is 814120.
What is the population of Daranga?
Daranga has a total population of 1,198, including 632 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Daranga?
There are 203 households in Daranga.
What is the literacy rate in Daranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daranga is 45.33%. Male literacy is 54.43% and female literacy is 35.16%.