Darain - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Darain is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Darain village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darain is 501208. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.87 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Darain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darain
As per Census 2011, Darain village has a total population of 1,118 people, consisting of 534 males and 584 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 614 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 459 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 534 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 76 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 459 | 210 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 342 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 192 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Darain
Darain 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharika Tola | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Mithi | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Chhuihai Tola | West | 2.62 km |
| Chandaura | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Jagra Tola (jagda) | West | 3.08 km |
| Kudari | North | 3.30 km |
| Nawa Tola | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Lapri | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Gajani | West | 4.66 km |
| Tendudol | North | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darain
Darain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duvri Kalan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.2 km.
| 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 Jaisinghnagar to Darain is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Darain 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 Darain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darain
Where is Darain located?
Darain village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darain?
Darain is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darain?
The pincode of Darain is 484771.
What is the population of Darain?
Darain has a total population of 1,118, including 534 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Darain?
There are 302 households in Darain.
What is the literacy rate in Darain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darain is 54.92%. Male literacy is 64.04% and female literacy is 46.58%.