Darkhuli - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Darkhuli is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Baharagora and around 108 km from Jamshedpur. Bankata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darkhuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darkhuli is 364617. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.93 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Darkhuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darkhuli
As per Census 2011, Darkhuli village has a total population of 865 people, consisting of 451 males and 414 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darkhuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 865 | 451 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 276 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 175 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Darkhuli
Darkhuli 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 Darkhuli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Darkhuli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jamshedpur to Darkhuli is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darkhuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darkhuli 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 Darkhuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darkhuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darkhuli
Where is Darkhuli located?
Darkhuli village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darkhuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Darkhuli is Bankata.
What is the pincode of Darkhuli?
The pincode of Darkhuli is 832101.
What is the population of Darkhuli?
Darkhuli has a total population of 865, including 451 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Darkhuli?
There are 203 households in Darkhuli.
What is the literacy rate in Darkhuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darkhuli is 51.56%. Male literacy is 61.20% and female literacy is 41.06%.