Dara Village - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Dara is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Dara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dara is 543857. The village covers a total geographical area of 421 hectares and falls under the 445307 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dara
As per Census 2011, Dara village has a total population of 601 people, consisting of 305 males and 296 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 305 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 244 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 61 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Dara
Dara 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 Dara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dara. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wani to Dara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Dara is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dara
Where is Dara located?
Dara village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dara?
Dara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dara?
The pincode of Dara is 445307.
What is the population of Dara?
Dara has a total population of 601, including 305 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Dara?
There are 152 households in Dara.
What is the literacy rate in Dara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dara is 74.71%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 69.26%.