Daran - Kadi, Mahesana
Daran is a village situated in the Kadi taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Daran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daran is 509696. The village covers a total geographical area of 1327.36 hectares and falls under the 384445 pincode. Kadi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Daran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Daran
As per Census 2011, Daran village has a total population of 3,557 people, consisting of 1,817 males and 1,740 females. The village has 861 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,663 literate and 894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,557 | 1,817 | 1,740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 191 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 219 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,663 | 1,502 | 1,161 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 315 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Daran
Daran is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Daran
Public transport in the Daran is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Daran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadi to Daran is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Daran is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Daran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daran
Where is Daran located?
Daran village is located in Kadi Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daran?
Daran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daran?
The pincode of Daran is 384445.
What is the population of Daran?
Daran has a total population of 3,557, including 1,817 males and 1,740 females.
How many households are there in Daran?
There are 861 households in Daran.
What is the literacy rate in Daran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daran is 74.87%. Male literacy is 82.66% and female literacy is 66.72%.