Darho - Gawan, Giridih
Darho is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Jamdar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darho is 350218. The village covers a total geographical area of 387 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Darho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darho
As per Census 2011, Darho village has a total population of 951 people, consisting of 481 males and 470 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 429 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darho are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 | 481 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 107 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 125 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 211 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 261 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 220 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Darho
Darho 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palma | North | 1.45 km |
| Jamua | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Amjhar | West | 1.97 km |
| Jamdar | South | 2.08 km |
| Chandli Alias Jamuani | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Chadgo | East | 2.59 km |
| Katjhari | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Kunda | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Karipahari | West | 3.07 km |
| Rajpura | North-East | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darho
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Darho. The nearest railway station is Parsabad, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Giridih to Darho is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darho 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darho 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 Darho
Where is Darho located?
Darho village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darho?
The Gram Panchayat of Darho is Jamdar.
What is the pincode of Darho?
The pincode of Darho is 815313.
What is the population of Darho?
Darho has a total population of 951, including 481 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Darho?
There are 158 households in Darho.
What is the literacy rate in Darho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darho is 43.11%. Male literacy is 54.26% and female literacy is 31.70%.