Darel

Darel is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Tarthpora B is the gram panchayat of Darel village.

Darel has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Darel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darel is 000247. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.1 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Darel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Darel

Below is a concise population overview of Darel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,903 1,022 881
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 460 263 197
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 911 557 354
Illiterate Population 992 465 527

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darel village:

  • The total population of Darel village is around 1,903, including approximately 1,022 males and 881 females, with a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 460 children aged 0–6 years in Darel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Darel village is about 47.87%, with male literacy at 54.50% and female literacy at 40.18%.
  • There are around 278 households in Darel village.

Connectivity of Darel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darel. As per the 2011 stats, Darel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Darel

Knowing the nearby villages of Darel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darel.

Ahagam Krum Hoora Kali Pora Lilam Tarat Pora Hangni Kot Hardunu Kinal Zaffar Khani Waisu Kawnar Sarmarg

Frequently Asked Questions about Darel

Where is Darel located?
Darel village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darel?
The Gram Panchayat of Darel is Tarthpora B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Darel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darel is 1,903, with 1,022 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Darel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Darel village has a total of 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darel is 47.87%. The male literacy rate is 54.50%, while the female literacy rate is 40.18%.