Darapur - Daryapur, Amravati
Darapur is a village situated in the Daryapur tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daryapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Darapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darapur is 532987. The village covers a total geographical area of 731.42 hectares and falls under the 444803 pincode. Daryapur Banosa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Darapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darapur
According to the 2011 Census, Darapur village had a total population of 1,839 people, including 943 males and 896 females, living in 489 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.79%, with male literacy at 96.79% and female literacy at 90.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 368.
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 | 1,839 | 943 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 101 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 192 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 815 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 128 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Darapur
Darapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shingnapur | South | 2.02 km |
| Chandikapur | North | 2.41 km |
| Matargaon | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Khalilpur | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Borala | West | 3.97 km |
| Kholapur Bhag 1 | East | 3.97 km |
| Ajitpur | West | 4.35 km |
| Takarkheda Kaware | North-East | 4.94 km |
| Nawed | East | 5.10 km |
| Khatijapur | South-East | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darapur
Darapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kuram, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daryapur Banosa to Darapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Darapur 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darapur
Where is Darapur located?
Darapur village is located in Daryapur Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Darapur?
Darapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darapur?
The pincode of Darapur is 444803.
What is the population of Darapur?
Darapur had a total population of 1,839, including 943 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Darapur?
Darapur had 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapur was 93.79%. Male literacy was 96.79% and female literacy was 90.69%.