Daraba

Daraba is a village located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Surankote (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Draba Khaitan is the gram panchayat of Daraba village.

Daraba has its own place in the vibrant Punch 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 Daraba

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Daraba is 001253. The village spans a total geographical area of 1619 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185121. Surankote is nearest town to Daraba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Daraba

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,426 3,175 2,251
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 849 462 387
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,315 1,209 1,106
Literate Population 3,392 2,376 1,016
Illiterate Population 2,034 799 1,235

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

  • The total population of Daraba village is around 5,426, including approximately 3,175 males and 2,251 females, with a sex ratio of 708 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 849 children aged 0–6 years in Daraba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Daraba village has 2,315 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Daraba village is about 62.51%, with male literacy at 74.83% and female literacy at 45.14%.
  • There are around 855 households in Daraba village.

Connectivity of Daraba

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

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

Nearby Villages of Daraba

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

Gaunthal Sangla Dandi Dhara Fazal Abad Surankot Dhara Mohara Sangliani Traran Wali Morha Poshiana Dogey

Frequently Asked Questions about Daraba

Where is Daraba located?
Daraba village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daraba?
The Gram Panchayat of Daraba is Draba Khaitan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Daraba?
The pincode of Daraba is 185121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Daraba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Daraba is 5,426, with 3,175 males and 2,251 females.
How many households are there in Daraba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Daraba village has a total of 855 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daraba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Daraba is 62.51%. The male literacy rate is 74.83%, while the female literacy rate is 45.14%.