Daur - Bhokar, Nanded
Daur is a village situated in the Bhokar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Daur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daur is 544871. The village covers a total geographical area of 866 hectares and falls under the 431801 pincode. Peth Umri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Daur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhokar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daur
As per Census 2011, Daur village has a total population of 1,382 people, consisting of 708 males and 674 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 793 literate and 589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,382 | 708 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 117 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 189 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 464 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 244 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Daur
Daur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamdari | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Sayal | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Dharjani | South | 2.58 km |
| Jamdari Tanda | North | 2.87 km |
| Ballal | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Pimpaldhav | East | 3.96 km |
| Nanda Bk. | South | 4.67 km |
| Halda | West | 4.85 km |
| Elegaon | South-West | 4.87 km |
| Pomnala | North | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daur
Daur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhokar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peth Umri to Daur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Daur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Daur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Daur
Where is Daur located?
Daur village is located in Bhokar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daur?
Daur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daur?
The pincode of Daur is 431801.
What is the population of Daur?
Daur has a total population of 1,382, including 708 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Daur?
There are 251 households in Daur.
What is the literacy rate in Daur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daur is 57.38%. Male literacy is 65.54% and female literacy is 48.81%.