Darsopur - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Darsopur is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from R.s.pura and around 12 km from Jammu. Darsopur village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darsopur is 006015. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.1 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Darsopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darsopur
According to the 2011 Census, Darsopur village had a total population of 1,846 people, including 942 males and 904 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 91.46% and female literacy at 77.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,121, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
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 | 1,846 | 942 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 99 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,121 | 575 | 546 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 88 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,409 | 771 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 171 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Darsopur
Darsopur 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 Darsopur
Darsopur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Darsopur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.s.pura to Darsopur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Darsopur is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darsopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darsopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darsopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darsopur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Darsopur
Where is Darsopur located?
Darsopur village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Darsopur?
Darsopur is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darsopur?
The pincode of Darsopur is 181101.
What is the population of Darsopur?
Darsopur had a total population of 1,846, including 942 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Darsopur?
Darsopur had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darsopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darsopur was 84.62%. Male literacy was 91.46% and female literacy was 77.62%.