Darpanguda - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Darpanguda is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Warur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darpanguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darpanguda is 539389. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.51 hectares and falls under the 442919 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Darpanguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darpanguda
As per Census 2011, Darpanguda village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 153 males and 157 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darpanguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 153 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 125 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 104 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 49 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Darpanguda
Darpanguda 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 Darpanguda
Darpanguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Darpanguda is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darpanguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darpanguda 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 Darpanguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darpanguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darpanguda
Where is Darpanguda located?
Darpanguda village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darpanguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Darpanguda is Warur.
What is the pincode of Darpanguda?
The pincode of Darpanguda is 442919.
What is the population of Darpanguda?
Darpanguda has a total population of 310, including 153 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Darpanguda?
There are 68 households in Darpanguda.
What is the literacy rate in Darpanguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darpanguda is 60.97%. Male literacy is 67.97% and female literacy is 54.14%.