Darod - Chuda, Surendranagar
Darod is a village situated in the Chuda taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chuda and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Darod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darod is 512502. The village covers a total geographical area of 978.36 hectares and falls under the 363421 pincode. Dhandhuka is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Darod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darod
According to the 2011 Census, Darod village had a total population of 985 people, including 511 males and 474 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.87%, with male literacy at 82.79% and female literacy at 57.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 985 | 511 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 47 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 356 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 155 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Darod
Darod 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 Darod
Public transport in the Darod is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhandhuka to Darod is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Darod is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Darod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darod
Where is Darod located?
Darod village is located in Chuda Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darod?
Darod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darod?
The pincode of Darod is 363421.
What is the population of Darod?
Darod had a total population of 985, including 511 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Darod?
Darod had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darod was 70.87%. Male literacy was 82.79% and female literacy was 57.87%.