Darod
Darod is a village located in Chuda taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Chuda (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Darod village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Darod unique in its vibrant Chuda-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Darod’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Darod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darod is 512502. The village spans a total geographical area of 978.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363421. Dhandhuka is nearest town to Darod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Darod village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Darod
Population of Darod
According to the 2011 Census, Darod has a total population of about 985, with approximately 511 males and 474 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.29%, with male literacy at about 69.67% and female literacy near 48.10%. There are around 178 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Darod's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 985 | 511 | 474 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 47 | 34 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 584 | 356 | 228 |
Illiterate Population | 401 | 155 | 246 |
Connectivity of Darod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darod. As per the 2011 stats, Darod 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Darod
Knowing the nearby villages of Darod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darod
- Where is Darod located?
- Darod village is situated in Chuda Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darod?
- Darod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Darod?
- The pincode of Darod is 363421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Darod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darod is 985, with 511 males and 474 females.
- How many households are there in Darod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darod village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darod is 59.29%. The male literacy rate is 69.67%, while the female literacy rate is 48.10%.