Darana - Hassanpur St, Palwal
Darana is a village situated in the Hassanpur St tehsil of Palwal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 16 km from Hodal and around 28 km from Palwal. Darana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darana is 063863. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 121107 pincode. Hasanpur is the nearest town.
Darana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hodal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faridabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darana
According to the 2011 Census, Darana village had a total population of 1,677 people, including 873 males and 804 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.35%, with male literacy at 89.96% and female literacy at 53.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 393.
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 | 1,677 | 873 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 126 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 185 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 672 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 201 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Darana
Darana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Likhi | North | 2.04 km |
| Bhandoli | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Ramgarh | East | 2.45 km |
| Bhiduki | South | 3.22 km |
| Sehnoli | East | 3.30 km |
| Khambi | West | 3.99 km |
| Macchipura | North | 4.19 km |
| Ainch | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Pengaltu | West | 4.79 km |
| Ghasera | North-West | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darana
Darana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Banchari, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 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 Palwal to Darana is about 28 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 Darana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Darana
Where is Darana located?
Darana village is located in Hassanpur St Tehsil, Palwal district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darana?
Darana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darana?
The pincode of Darana is 121107.
What is the population of Darana?
Darana had a total population of 1,677, including 873 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Darana?
Darana had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darana was 72.35%. Male literacy was 89.96% and female literacy was 53.45%.