Dardaha - Baliapur, Dhanbad
Dardaha is a village situated in the Baliapur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliapur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Dolawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dardaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dardaha is 361886. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 828201 pincode.
Dardaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dardaha
As per Census 2011, Dardaha village has a total population of 1,086 people, consisting of 543 males and 543 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 614 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,074 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dardaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,086 | 543 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,074 | 537 | 537 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 396 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 147 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Dardaha
Dardaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mokobrahmottar | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Dolabar | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Baliapur (ct) | West | 1.88 km |
| Mokomahatran | East | 2.04 km |
| Sindurpur | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Chauldhua | North | 2.76 km |
| Jolhadi | North | 2.82 km |
| Jhunia Pahari | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Dudhiya | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Rakhatpur | South-West | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dardaha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dardaha. The nearest railway station is Rakhitpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhanbad to Dardaha is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dardaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dardaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dardaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dardaha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dardaha
Where is Dardaha located?
Dardaha village is located in Baliapur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dardaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dardaha is Dolawar.
What is the pincode of Dardaha?
The pincode of Dardaha is 828201.
What is the population of Dardaha?
Dardaha has a total population of 1,086, including 543 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Dardaha?
There are 195 households in Dardaha.
What is the literacy rate in Dardaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dardaha is 56.54%. Male literacy is 72.93% and female literacy is 40.15%.