Darkandi - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Darkandi is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 32.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Satpalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darkandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darkandi is 316663. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.3 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Darkandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darkandi
As per Census 2011, Darkandi village has a total population of 697 people, consisting of 367 males and 330 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darkandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 367 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 55 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 196 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 217 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 150 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Darkandi
Darkandi 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 Darkandi
Darkandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Darkandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Darkandi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Darkandi is about 32.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darkandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darkandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darkandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darkandi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darkandi
Where is Darkandi located?
Darkandi village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darkandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Darkandi is Satpalsa.
What is the pincode of Darkandi?
The pincode of Darkandi is 731213.
What is the population of Darkandi?
Darkandi has a total population of 697, including 367 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Darkandi?
There are 167 households in Darkandi.
What is the literacy rate in Darkandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darkandi is 51.79%. Male literacy is 59.13% and female literacy is 43.64%.