Daurani - Pohri, Shivpuri
Daurani is a village situated in the Pohri tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pohri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Daurani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daurani is 455202. The village covers a total geographical area of 695.31 hectares and falls under the 473775 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Daurani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daurani
As per Census 2011, Daurani village has a total population of 1,466 people, consisting of 764 males and 702 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 1,075 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,447 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daurani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,466 | 764 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 167 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,447 | 755 | 692 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 261 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 503 | 572 |
Nearby Villages of Daurani
Daurani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunda | South | 2.11 km |
| Sikandarpura | North | 2.64 km |
| Kadwani | West | 3.77 km |
| Kotra | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Bhao Khedi | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Chora Khari | South | 4.99 km |
| Sarwani | North-West | 5.10 km |
| Parasari | East | 5.22 km |
| Lokhari | North-East | 5.55 km |
| Gunjari | South-East | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daurani
Daurani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raishree, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shivpuri to Daurani is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daurani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daurani 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 Daurani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daurani 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 Daurani
Where is Daurani located?
Daurani village is located in Pohri Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daurani?
Daurani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daurani?
The pincode of Daurani is 473775.
What is the population of Daurani?
Daurani has a total population of 1,466, including 764 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Daurani?
There are 330 households in Daurani.
What is the literacy rate in Daurani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daurani is 26.67%. Male literacy is 34.16% and female literacy is 18.52%.