Darraha - Jawa, Rewa
Darraha is a village situated in the Jawa tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Madri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darraha is 465254. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.32 hectares and falls under the 486447 pincode. Sirmour is the nearest town.
Darraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darraha
According to the 2011 Census, Darraha village had a total population of 909 people, including 480 males and 429 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.58%, with male literacy at 75.06% and female literacy at 46.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 519.
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 | 909 | 480 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 95 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 519 | 279 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 289 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 191 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Darraha
Darraha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohrauhi | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Sohawalkalan | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Madari | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Khaira | South | 2.09 km |
| Birpur | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Pati | East | 2.31 km |
| Bahilpurwa | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Nastgawan | South | 3.24 km |
| Sohawalkhurd | West | 3.32 km |
| Champagarh | South-East | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darraha
Darraha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dabhaura, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rewa to Darraha is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darraha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darraha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Darraha
Where is Darraha located?
Darraha village is located in Jawa Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Darraha is Madri.
What is the pincode of Darraha?
The pincode of Darraha is 486447.
What is the population of Darraha?
Darraha had a total population of 909, including 480 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Darraha?
Darraha had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darraha was 61.58%. Male literacy was 75.06% and female literacy was 46.13%.