Darot Khurd - Ghansaur, Seoni
Darot Khurd is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Batwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darot Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darot Khurd is 496149. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.57 hectares and falls under the 480999 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Darot Khurd 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 Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Darot Khurd village had a total population of 967 people, including 497 males and 470 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.39%, with male literacy at 69.66% and female literacy at 48.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 853.
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 | 967 | 497 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 85 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 853 | 437 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 287 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 210 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Darot Khurd
Darot Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Batwani | West | 1.40 km |
| Pindrai | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Deori Khurd | East | 1.56 km |
| Darot Kalan | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Kahani | South | 2.56 km |
| Munda | West | 2.99 km |
| Salaiya | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Nidhani | North | 3.53 km |
| Bamhanwada | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Harrai | South | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darot Khurd
Darot Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Darot Khurd is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Darot Khurd 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darot Khurd 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 Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darot Khurd
Where is Darot Khurd located?
Darot Khurd village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darot Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Darot Khurd is Batwani.
What is the pincode of Darot Khurd?
The pincode of Darot Khurd is 480999.
What is the population of Darot Khurd?
Darot Khurd had a total population of 967, including 497 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Darot Khurd?
Darot Khurd had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darot Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darot Khurd was 59.39%. Male literacy was 69.66% and female literacy was 48.88%.