Darkuli
Darkuli is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Darkuli village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Radhanagar is the gram panchayat of Darkuli village.
Here you can discover what makes Darkuli unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Darkuli’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Darkuli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darkuli is 339477. The village spans a total geographical area of 178.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Ghargram is nearest town to Darkuli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
As per 2019 stats, Darkuli village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Darkuli
Population of Darkuli
According to the 2011 Census, Darkuli has a total population of about 734, with approximately 370 males and 364 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.75%, with male literacy at about 77.57% and female literacy near 61.81%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Darkuli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 734 | 370 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 33 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 512 | 287 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 83 | 139 |
Connectivity of Darkuli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darkuli. As per the 2011 stats, Darkuli had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Darkuli
Knowing the nearby villages of Darkuli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darkuli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darkuli
- Where is Darkuli located?
- Darkuli village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darkuli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Darkuli is Radhanagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Darkuli?
- The pincode of Darkuli is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Darkuli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darkuli is 734, with 370 males and 364 females.
- How many households are there in Darkuli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darkuli village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darkuli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darkuli is 69.75%. The male literacy rate is 77.57%, while the female literacy rate is 61.81%.