Darama - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Darama is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Karaundiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darama is 213866. The village covers a total geographical area of 618.84 hectares and falls under the 231213 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Darama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Robertsganj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Darama
As per Census 2011, Darama village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 271 males and 274 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 271 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 74 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 196 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 135 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 136 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Darama
Darama 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 Darama
Darama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Darama is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darama 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 Darama
Where is Darama located?
Darama village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darama?
The Gram Panchayat of Darama is Karaundiya.
What is the pincode of Darama?
The pincode of Darama is 231213.
What is the population of Darama?
Darama has a total population of 545, including 271 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Darama?
There are 82 households in Darama.
What is the literacy rate in Darama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darama is 36.15%. Male literacy is 49.82% and female literacy is 22.63%.