Darshewada - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Darshewada is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 215 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Moyabinpetha serves as the Village Panchayat for Darshewada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darshewada is 540001. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 200 km away.
Darshewada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darshewada
According to the 2011 Census, Darshewada village had a total population of 152 people, including 77 males and 75 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.43%, with male literacy at 81.43% and female literacy at 51.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 20 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Darshewada
Darshewada 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 Darshewada
Public transport in the Darshewada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ballarpur to Darshewada is about 200 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Darshewada is about 215 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darshewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darshewada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darshewada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darshewada 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Darshewada
Where is Darshewada located?
Darshewada village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Darshewada?
The Village Panchayat of Darshewada is Moyabinpetha.
What is the pincode of Darshewada?
The pincode of Darshewada is 442504.
What is the population of Darshewada?
Darshewada had a total population of 152, including 77 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Darshewada?
Darshewada had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darshewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darshewada was 66.43%. Male literacy was 81.43% and female literacy was 51.43%.