Dardora - Palera, Tikamgarh
Dardora is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Kachora Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dardora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dardora is 456963. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.66 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dardora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dardora
As per Census 2011, Dardora village has a total population of 935 people, consisting of 496 males and 439 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 660 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dardora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 935 | 496 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 85 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 88 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 360 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 136 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Dardora
Dardora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadari | North | 0.92 km |
| Kachhaura Khas | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Kachhaua Ugad | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Khajree | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Bakhtar | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Kapasi | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Satwara | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Jawaharpura | North | 3.52 km |
| Bamhoriya | East | 3.76 km |
| Chhevla | East | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dardora
Dardora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palera to Dardora is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Dardora is about 64 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 Dardora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dardora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dardora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dardora 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dardora
Where is Dardora located?
Dardora village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dardora?
The Gram Panchayat of Dardora is Kachora Khas.
What is the pincode of Dardora?
The pincode of Dardora is 472221.
What is the population of Dardora?
Dardora has a total population of 935, including 496 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Dardora?
There are 163 households in Dardora.
What is the literacy rate in Dardora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dardora is 70.59%. Male literacy is 72.58% and female literacy is 68.34%.