Dara

Dara is a village located in Tantnagar subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Tantnagar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Pashchimi Singhbhum. As per 2009 stats, Purnia is the gram panchayat of Dara village.

Dara has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dara is 378179. The village spans a total geographical area of 256.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833201. Chaibasa is nearest town to Dara village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dara

Below is a concise population overview of Dara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 739 348 391
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 144 66 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 739 348 391
Literate Population 389 226 163
Illiterate Population 350 122 228

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dara village:

  • The total population of Dara village is around 739, including approximately 348 males and 391 females, with a sex ratio of 1123 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 144 children aged 0–6 years in Dara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dara village has 739 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dara village is about 52.64%, with male literacy at 64.94% and female literacy at 41.69%.
  • There are around 131 households in Dara village.

Connectivity of Dara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dara. As per the 2011 stats, Dara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dara

Knowing the nearby villages of Dara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dara.

Didibasang Alias Gidibas Bara Bardadih Baluburu Chhota Kaita Bara Kaita Pasubera Kadalbera Poradiha Chimisai Ganjia Surlu

Frequently Asked Questions about Dara

Where is Dara located?
Dara village is situated in Tantnagar Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dara is Purnia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dara?
The pincode of Dara is 833201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dara is 739, with 348 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Dara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dara village has a total of 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dara is 52.64%. The male literacy rate is 64.94%, while the female literacy rate is 41.69%.