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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Daur village had a total population of 1,382 people, including 708 males and 674 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.72%, with male literacy at 78.51% and female literacy at 56.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 386, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 1,382 | 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 Village Panchayat of Daur?
Daur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daur?
The pincode of Daur is 431801.
What is the population of Daur?
Daur had a total population of 1,382, including 708 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Daur?
Daur had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daur was 67.72%. Male literacy was 78.51% and female literacy was 56.72%.