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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Darbha village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 144 males and 150 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darbha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 144 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 gram panchayat of Darbha?
The Gram Panchayat of Darbha is Dhodraj.
What is the pincode of Darbha?
The pincode of Darbha is 442710.
What is the population of Darbha?
Darbha has a total population of 294, including 144 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Darbha?
There are 59 households in Darbha.
What is the literacy rate in Darbha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbha is 20.07%. Male literacy is 22.92% and female literacy is 17.33%.