Darapur - Khargone, Khargone (West Nimar)
Darapur is a village situated in the Khargone tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Khargone, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bediyaw serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darapur is 477594. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.74 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Darapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Darapur
According to the 2011 Census, Darapur village had a total population of 337 people, including 175 males and 162 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.21%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 51.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 337 | 175 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 119 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 56 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Darapur
Darapur 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 Darapur
Darapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Darapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darapur
Where is Darapur located?
Darapur village is located in Khargone Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Darapur is Bediyaw.
What is the pincode of Darapur?
The pincode of Darapur is 451001.
What is the population of Darapur?
Darapur had a total population of 337, including 175 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Darapur?
Darapur had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapur was 68.21%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 51.43%.