Darbaria - Balarampur, Purulia
Darbaria is a village situated in the Balarampur subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.1 km from Balarampur and around 37.8 km from Purulia. Baraurma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darbaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darbaria is 331685. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.95 hectares and falls under the 723153 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Darbaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Darbaria
According to the 2011 Census, Darbaria village had a total population of 560 people, including 288 males and 272 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 83.59% and female literacy at 52.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 560 | 288 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 70 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 214 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 74 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Darbaria
Darbaria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghasidi | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Parasya | South | 1.53 km |
| Maldi | East | 1.56 km |
| Baraurmma | North | 1.83 km |
| Chhota Urmma | West | 2.00 km |
| Jambani | East | 2.59 km |
| Khayradih | South | 2.94 km |
| Sagma | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Latadah | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Adabana | East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darbaria
Darbaria 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 Urma, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balarampur to Darbaria is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Darbaria is about 37.8 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 Darbaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darbaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darbaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darbaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darbaria
Where is Darbaria located?
Darbaria village is located in Balarampur Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darbaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Darbaria is Baraurma.
What is the pincode of Darbaria?
The pincode of Darbaria is 723153.
What is the population of Darbaria?
Darbaria had a total population of 560, including 288 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Darbaria?
Darbaria had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darbaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbaria was 68.42%. Male literacy was 83.59% and female literacy was 52.10%.