Darguwa - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Darguwa is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Darguwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darguwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darguwa is 458544. The village covers a total geographical area of 1757.92 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Buxwaha is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Darguwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darguwa
As per Census 2011, Darguwa village has a total population of 2,837 people, consisting of 1,520 males and 1,317 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,397 literate and 1,440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 803 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 198 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darguwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,837 | 1,520 | 1,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 239 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 803 | 446 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 1,397 | 869 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,440 | 651 | 789 |
Nearby Villages of Darguwa
Darguwa 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 Darguwa
Darguwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Buxwaha to Darguwa is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Darguwa is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darguwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darguwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darguwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darguwa 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 Darguwa
Where is Darguwa located?
Darguwa village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darguwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Darguwa is Darguwan.
What is the pincode of Darguwa?
The pincode of Darguwa is 471311.
What is the population of Darguwa?
Darguwa has a total population of 2,837, including 1,520 males and 1,317 females.
How many households are there in Darguwa?
There are 563 households in Darguwa.
What is the literacy rate in Darguwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darguwa is 49.24%. Male literacy is 57.17% and female literacy is 40.09%.