Darai
Darai is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Darie is the gram panchayat of Darai village.
Darai has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Darai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darai is 004352. The village spans a total geographical area of 109.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Darai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 69km away.
When it comes to local governance, Darai 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 Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Darai
Population of Darai
Below is a concise population overview of Darai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 435 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 96 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 210 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 97 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 288 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 147 | 253 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darai village:
- The total population of Darai village is around 864, including approximately 435 males and 429 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 177 children aged 0–6 years in Darai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Darai village has 409 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 188 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Darai village is about 53.70%, with male literacy at 66.21% and female literacy at 41.03%.
- There are around 130 households in Darai village.
Connectivity of Darai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darai. As per the 2011 stats, Darai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Darai
Knowing the nearby villages of Darai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darai
- Where is Darai located?
- Darai village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Darai is Darie (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Darai?
- The pincode of Darai is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Darai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darai is 864, with 435 males and 429 females.
- How many households are there in Darai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darai village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darai is 53.70%. The male literacy rate is 66.21%, while the female literacy rate is 41.03%.