Dara

Dara is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.2km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Dara village. As per 2009 stats, Jagannathpur is the gram panchayat of Dara village.

Dara has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dara is 338113. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721122. Midnapur is nearest town to Dara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.

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Population of Dara

Below is a concise population overview of Dara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 428 218 210
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 44 22 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 354 190 164
Illiterate Population 74 28 46

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dara village:

  • The total population of Dara village is around 428, including approximately 218 males and 210 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Dara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dara village is about 82.71%, with male literacy at 87.16% and female literacy at 78.10%.
  • There are around 84 households in Dara village.

Connectivity of Dara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dara. As per the 2011 stats, Dara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dara

Knowing the nearby villages of Dara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dara.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dara

Where is Dara located?
Dara village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dara is Jagannathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dara?
The pincode of Dara is 721122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dara is 428, with 218 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Dara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dara village has a total of 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dara is 82.71%. The male literacy rate is 87.16%, while the female literacy rate is 78.10%.