Daranda - Lapung, Ranchi
Daranda is a village situated in the Lapung subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lapung and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Latratu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daranda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daranda is 374463. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Daranda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Daranda
According to the 2011 Census, Daranda village had a total population of 478 people, including 251 males and 227 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.81%, with male literacy at 37.62% and female literacy at 23.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 459.
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 | 478 | 251 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 459 | 240 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 79 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 172 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Daranda
Daranda 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 Daranda
Daranda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Daranda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daranda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daranda 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daranda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daranda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daranda
Where is Daranda located?
Daranda village is located in Lapung Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Daranda is Latratu.
What is the pincode of Daranda?
The pincode of Daranda is 834001.
What is the population of Daranda?
Daranda had a total population of 478, including 251 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Daranda?
Daranda had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daranda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daranda was 30.81%. Male literacy was 37.62% and female literacy was 23.12%.