Darretha - Prithvipur, Niwari
Darretha is a village situated in the Prithvipur tehsil of Niwari district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Prithvipur and around 70 km from Tikamgarh. Darretha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darretha is 456571. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.59 hectares and falls under the 472336 pincode. Prithvipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Darretha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niwari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darretha
As per Census 2011, Darretha village has a total population of 1,967 people, consisting of 1,032 males and 935 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 844 literate and 1,123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 672 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darretha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,967 | 1,032 | 935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 145 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 138 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 672 | 338 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 542 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,123 | 490 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Darretha
Darretha 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 Darretha
Darretha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Prithvipur to Darretha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Darretha 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 Darretha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darretha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darretha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darretha 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 Darretha
Where is Darretha located?
Darretha village is located in Prithvipur Tehsil, Niwari district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darretha?
Darretha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darretha?
The pincode of Darretha is 472336.
What is the population of Darretha?
Darretha has a total population of 1,967, including 1,032 males and 935 females.
How many households are there in Darretha?
There are 431 households in Darretha.
What is the literacy rate in Darretha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darretha is 42.91%. Male literacy is 52.52% and female literacy is 32.30%.