Darea - Chandwa, Latehar
Darea is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandwa and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Banhardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darea is 367543. The village covers a total geographical area of 415 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
Darea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darea
According to the 2011 Census, Darea village had a total population of 1,158 people, including 584 males and 574 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.28%, with male literacy at 70.65% and female literacy at 47.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 827.
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 | 1,158 | 584 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 107 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 417 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 337 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 247 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Darea
Darea 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surli | South | 1.16 km |
| Renchi | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Rajbar | North | 2.31 km |
| Serak | East | 2.67 km |
| Bari | South | 2.96 km |
| Rampur | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Banhardi | West | 3.67 km |
| Gurtur | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Jareang | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Ete | South | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darea
Darea is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chetar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.8 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 Latehar to Darea 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 Darea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darea village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Darea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darea 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 Darea
Where is Darea located?
Darea village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darea?
The Gram Panchayat of Darea is Banhardi.
What is the pincode of Darea?
The pincode of Darea is 829203.
What is the population of Darea?
Darea had a total population of 1,158, including 584 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Darea?
Darea had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darea was 59.28%. Male literacy was 70.65% and female literacy was 47.64%.