Darua - Untari Road, Palamu
Darua is a village situated in the Untari Road subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Untari Road and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Joga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darua is 365738. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.88 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode. Rehla is the nearest town.
Darua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Darua
According to the 2011 Census, Darua village had a total population of 1,012 people, including 543 males and 469 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.01%, with male literacy at 78.25% and female literacy at 45.31%.
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 | 1,012 | 543 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 349 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 194 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Darua
Darua 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 Darua
Darua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Darua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Darua is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darua
Where is Darua located?
Darua village is located in Untari Road Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darua?
The Gram Panchayat of Darua is Joga.
What is the pincode of Darua?
The pincode of Darua is 822116.
What is the population of Darua?
Darua had a total population of 1,012, including 543 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Darua?
Darua had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darua was 63.01%. Male literacy was 78.25% and female literacy was 45.31%.