Darodi - Puncha, Purulia
Darodi is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.4 km from Puncha and around 22.5 km from Purulia. Panipathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darodi is 331105. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.18 hectares and falls under the 723101 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Darodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darodi
According to the 2011 Census, Darodi village had a total population of 689 people, including 361 males and 328 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.71%, with male literacy at 89.42% and female literacy at 55.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 689 | 361 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 68 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 262 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 99 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Darodi
Darodi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilagara | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Palma | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Penrra | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Punura | East | 1.87 km |
| Gargatbahal | South | 1.89 km |
| Ranipur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Kumia | West | 2.18 km |
| Bhatamdi | South | 2.33 km |
| Koldi | North | 2.39 km |
| Katrahi | South-West | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darodi
Darodi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tamna, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puruliya to Darodi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Darodi is about 22.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darodi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darodi
Where is Darodi located?
Darodi village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Darodi is Panipathar.
What is the pincode of Darodi?
The pincode of Darodi is 723101.
What is the population of Darodi?
Darodi had a total population of 689, including 361 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Darodi?
Darodi had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darodi was 72.71%. Male literacy was 89.42% and female literacy was 55.59%.