Darikanchrator - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Darikanchrator is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Piyasala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darikanchrator village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darikanchrator is 336755. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.82 hectares and falls under the 721121 pincode. Gorhbeta is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Darikanchrator village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garbeta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darikanchrator
According to the 2011 Census, Darikanchrator village had a total population of 174 people, including 89 males and 85 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.33%, with male literacy at 89.02% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 73 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 16 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Darikanchrator
Darikanchrator 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 Darikanchrator
Darikanchrator is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Darikanchrator.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gorhbeta to Darikanchrator is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darikanchrator
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darikanchrator 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 Darikanchrator
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darikanchrator 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Darikanchrator
Where is Darikanchrator located?
Darikanchrator village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darikanchrator?
The Gram Panchayat of Darikanchrator is Piyasala.
What is the pincode of Darikanchrator?
The pincode of Darikanchrator is 721121.
What is the population of Darikanchrator?
Darikanchrator had a total population of 174, including 89 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Darikanchrator?
Darikanchrator had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darikanchrator?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darikanchrator was 72.33%. Male literacy was 89.02% and female literacy was 54.55%.