Darua - Hussainabad, Palamu
Darua is a village situated in the Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Daruabeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darua is 365049. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.01 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode.
Darua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darua
According to the 2011 Census, Darua village had a total population of 1,719 people, including 890 males and 829 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.88%, with male literacy at 78.43% and female literacy at 58.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268.
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 | 1,719 | 890 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 139 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 138 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 996 | 589 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 301 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Darua
Darua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Buland Bigha | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Beni Khurd | East | 1.19 km |
| Kusumhara | South | 1.26 km |
| Karimandih | North | 1.40 km |
| Bishunpur | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Mankhap | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Bhagwan Bigha | South | 2.06 km |
| Langar Kot | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Tendua | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Teta | South-East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darua
Darua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Japla, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Darua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darua 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darua
Where is Darua located?
Darua village is located in Hussainabad Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darua?
The Gram Panchayat of Darua is Daruabeni.
What is the pincode of Darua?
The pincode of Darua is 822116.
What is the population of Darua?
Darua had a total population of 1,719, including 890 males and 829 females.
How many households are there in Darua?
Darua had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darua was 68.88%. Male literacy was 78.43% and female literacy was 58.56%.