Darbai - Chhapara, Seoni
Darbai is a village situated in the Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dungaria Chhapara and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Darwai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darbai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darbai is 495986. The village covers a total geographical area of 1127.12 hectares and falls under the 480887 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Darbai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darbai
As per Census 2011, Darbai village has a total population of 1,244 people, consisting of 614 males and 630 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 803 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darbai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,244 | 614 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 75 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 803 | 390 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 332 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 282 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Darbai
Darbai 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 Darbai
Darbai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Darbai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Darbai is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darbai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darbai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Darbai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darbai 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 Darbai
Where is Darbai located?
Darbai village is located in Chhapara Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darbai?
The Gram Panchayat of Darbai is Darwai.
What is the pincode of Darbai?
The pincode of Darbai is 480887.
What is the population of Darbai?
Darbai has a total population of 1,244, including 614 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Darbai?
There are 279 households in Darbai.
What is the literacy rate in Darbai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbai is 46.46%. Male literacy is 54.07% and female literacy is 39.05%.