Darephal - Vasmath, Hingoli
Darephal is a village situated in the Vasmath tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Basmath and around 60 km from Hingoli. Darephal village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darephal is 546302. The village covers a total geographical area of 1049.86 hectares and falls under the 431512 pincode. Basmath is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Darephal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingoli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Darephal
According to the 2011 Census, Darephal village had a total population of 2,839 people, including 1,471 males and 1,368 females, living in 551 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.16%, with male literacy at 84.30% and female literacy at 65.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 469.
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 | 2,839 | 1,471 | 1,368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 216 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 262 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,834 | 1,058 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,005 | 413 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Darephal
Darephal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadi Tuljapur | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Sangnapur | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Kalamba | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Balegaon | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Wiregaon | East | 3.11 km |
| Karanji | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Gunda | North | 4.41 km |
| Telgaon | South | 4.42 km |
| Aral | South | 4.57 km |
| Adgaon | West | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darephal
Darephal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basmat, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 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 Basmath to Darephal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Darephal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darephal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darephal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darephal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darephal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darephal
Where is Darephal located?
Darephal village is located in Vasmath Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Darephal?
Darephal is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darephal?
The pincode of Darephal is 431512.
What is the population of Darephal?
Darephal had a total population of 2,839, including 1,471 males and 1,368 females.
How many households are there in Darephal?
Darephal had 551 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darephal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darephal was 75.16%. Male literacy was 84.30% and female literacy was 65.49%.