Darda
Darda is a village located in Balarampur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.2km away from sub-district headquarter Balarampur (tehsildar office) and 40.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Darda village is also a gram panchayat.
Darda has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Darda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darda is 331717. The village spans a total geographical area of 513.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723143. Balarampur is nearest town to Darda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Darda
Population of Darda
Below is a concise population overview of Darda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,619 | 1,338 | 1,281 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 205 | 185 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 71 | 55 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,293 | 656 | 637 |
Literate Population | 1,392 | 870 | 522 |
Illiterate Population | 1,227 | 468 | 759 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darda village:
- The total population of Darda village is around 2,619, including approximately 1,338 males and 1,281 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 390 children aged 0–6 years in Darda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Darda village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,293 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Darda village is about 53.15%, with male literacy at 65.02% and female literacy at 40.75%.
- There are around 461 households in Darda village.
Connectivity of Darda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darda. As per the 2011 stats, Darda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Darda
Knowing the nearby villages of Darda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darda
- Where is Darda located?
- Darda village is situated in Balarampur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darda?
- Darda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Darda?
- The pincode of Darda is 723143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Darda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darda is 2,619, with 1,338 males and 1,281 females.
- How many households are there in Darda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darda village has a total of 461 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darda is 53.15%. The male literacy rate is 65.02%, while the female literacy rate is 40.75%.