Darur - Athni, Belagavi
Darur is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from Athani and around 135 km from Belgaum. Darur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darur is 597309. The village covers a total geographical area of 1762.37 hectares and falls under the 591304 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Darur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darur
According to the 2011 Census, Darur village had a total population of 5,681 people, including 2,878 males and 2,803 females, living in 1,153 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 82.34% and female literacy at 63.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 938.
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 | 5,681 | 2,878 | 2,803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 708 | 358 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 466 | 472 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,629 | 2,075 | 1,554 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,052 | 803 | 1,249 |
Nearby Villages of Darur
Darur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadi-ingalgaon | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Khavatkoppa | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Sankaratti | South | 3.45 km |
| Chikkud | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Naganur P.k. | East | 4.84 km |
| Saptasagar | West | 4.89 km |
| Avarkhod | East | 4.97 km |
| Teerth | North-West | 5.22 km |
| Hulagabali | North | 5.45 km |
| Halyal | North-East | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darur
Darur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudachi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athani to Darur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Darur is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Darur
Where is Darur located?
Darur village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darur?
Darur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darur?
The pincode of Darur is 591304.
What is the population of Darur?
Darur had a total population of 5,681, including 2,878 males and 2,803 females.
How many households are there in Darur?
Darur had 1,153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darur was 72.97%. Male literacy was 82.34% and female literacy was 63.35%.