Darot Kalan - Ghansaur, Seoni
Darot Kalan is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Darotkalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darot Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darot Kalan is 496147. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.67 hectares and falls under the 480999 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Darot Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darot Kalan
As per Census 2011, Darot Kalan village has a total population of 784 people, consisting of 405 males and 379 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darot Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 784 | 405 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 253 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 152 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Darot Kalan
Darot Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deori Khurd | North | 1.00 km |
| Bamhanwada | South | 1.46 km |
| Suchanmeta | East | 2.19 km |
| Darot Khurd | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Harrai | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Rampuri | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Kahani | West | 2.82 km |
| Pindrai | North | 2.84 km |
| Karkwada | South | 2.95 km |
| Mehta | North-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darot Kalan
Darot Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghonsor, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Darot Kalan is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Darot Kalan is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darot Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darot Kalan 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 Darot Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darot Kalan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Darot Kalan
Where is Darot Kalan located?
Darot Kalan village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darot Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Darot Kalan is Darotkalan.
What is the pincode of Darot Kalan?
The pincode of Darot Kalan is 480999.
What is the population of Darot Kalan?
Darot Kalan has a total population of 784, including 405 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Darot Kalan?
There are 174 households in Darot Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Darot Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darot Kalan is 56.38%. Male literacy is 62.47% and female literacy is 49.87%.