Darbha - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Darbha is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 196 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Dhodraj serves as the Village Panchayat for Darbha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darbha is 539784. The village covers a total geographical area of 903.82 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 196 km away.
Darbha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darbha
According to the 2011 Census, Darbha village had a total population of 294 people, including 144 males and 150 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.79%, with male literacy at 26.40% and female literacy at 21.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 294 | 144 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 141 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 111 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Darbha
Darbha 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 Darbha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Darbha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gadchiroli to Darbha is about 196 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darbha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darbha 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 Darbha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darbha 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 Darbha
Where is Darbha located?
Darbha village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Darbha?
The Village Panchayat of Darbha is Dhodraj.
What is the pincode of Darbha?
The pincode of Darbha is 442710.
What is the population of Darbha?
Darbha had a total population of 294, including 144 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Darbha?
Darbha had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darbha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbha was 23.79%. Male literacy was 26.40% and female literacy was 21.14%.