Darikonur - Jat, Sangli
Darikonur is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Darikonur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darikonur is 568882. The village covers a total geographical area of 1835 hectares and falls under the 416412 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 114 km away.
Darikonur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darikonur
According to the 2011 Census, Darikonur village had a total population of 1,855 people, including 986 males and 869 females, living in 379 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.79%, with male literacy at 75.49% and female literacy at 57.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,855 | 986 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 121 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 653 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 333 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Darikonur
Darikonur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soradi | North | 4.28 km |
| Shedyal | West | 4.45 km |
| Muchandi | South-West | 5.15 km |
| Daribadachi | East | 5.28 km |
| Siddhanath | South-East | 5.92 km |
| Walsang | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Tilyal | North-East | 7.17 km |
| Guddapur | North | 7.19 km |
| Jalihal Khurd | East | 8.32 km |
| Lamantanda D.b | East | 8.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darikonur
Public transport in the Darikonur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jath Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Darikonur is about 114 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Darikonur is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darikonur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darikonur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darikonur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darikonur 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 Darikonur
Where is Darikonur located?
Darikonur village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Darikonur?
Darikonur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darikonur?
The pincode of Darikonur is 416412.
What is the population of Darikonur?
Darikonur had a total population of 1,855, including 986 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Darikonur?
Darikonur had 379 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darikonur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darikonur was 66.79%. Male literacy was 75.49% and female literacy was 57.09%.