Darbo - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Darbo is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from Goilkera and around 60 km from Chaibasa. Bara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darbo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darbo is 377578. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode.
Darbo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darbo
According to the 2011 Census, Darbo village had a total population of 602 people, including 302 males and 300 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.47%, with male literacy at 50.60% and female literacy at 27.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 572.
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 | 602 | 302 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 572 | 289 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 127 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 175 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Darbo
Darbo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baraila | South | 1.42 km |
| Kutpai | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Purana Goelkera | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Berahundru | East | 2.93 km |
| Goilkera Bazar | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Ghoarduba | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Amjharna | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Jatiserang | East | 4.39 km |
| Deruan | South-West | 5.04 km |
| Bara | North | 5.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darbo
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Darbo. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.2 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Darbo is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darbo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darbo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darbo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darbo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darbo
Where is Darbo located?
Darbo village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darbo?
The Gram Panchayat of Darbo is Bara.
What is the pincode of Darbo?
The pincode of Darbo is 833103.
What is the population of Darbo?
Darbo had a total population of 602, including 302 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Darbo?
Darbo had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darbo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbo was 39.47%. Male literacy was 50.60% and female literacy was 27.73%.