Darauli - Darauli, Siwan
Darauli is a village situated in the Darauli subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darauli and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Darauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darauli is 232318. The village covers a total geographical area of 458 hectares and falls under the 841234 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Darauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darauli
As per Census 2011, Darauli village has a total population of 10,073 people, consisting of 5,190 males and 4,883 females. The village has 1,579 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,566 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,038 literate and 4,035 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,440 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,073 | 5,190 | 4,883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,566 | 821 | 745 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,440 | 747 | 693 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 135 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 6,038 | 3,511 | 2,527 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,035 | 1,679 | 2,356 |
Nearby Villages of Darauli
Darauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diara Nauabad | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Harnatanra | South | 1.54 km |
| Munra | North | 1.68 km |
| Duba | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Hathauri | North | 1.96 km |
| Bandhai | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Karmaha | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Bilak | West | 2.32 km |
| Parmanandpur | North-East | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darauli
Darauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Darauli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Darauli is about 36 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 Darauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darauli
Where is Darauli located?
Darauli village is located in Darauli Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darauli?
Darauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darauli?
The pincode of Darauli is 841234.
What is the population of Darauli?
Darauli has a total population of 10,073, including 5,190 males and 4,883 females.
How many households are there in Darauli?
There are 1,579 households in Darauli.
What is the literacy rate in Darauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darauli is 59.94%. Male literacy is 67.65% and female literacy is 51.75%.