Darapur - Gurdaspur
Darapur is a village situated in the Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurdaspur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Darapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darapur is 028378. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 143530 pincode. Gurdaspur is the nearest town.
Darapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Qadian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darapur
According to the 2011 Census, Darapur village had a total population of 1,518 people, including 789 males and 729 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 77.39% and female literacy at 64.19%.
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 | 1,518 | 789 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 108 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 527 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 262 | 315 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunopur | North-East | 0.78 km |
| Bhoorian Gujran | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Jati Sarai | South | 1.62 km |
| Bhoorian Sainian | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Chak Abdul Bari | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Bhaini Kanian | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Kathana | South | 2.58 km |
| Bhoochh | South | 2.69 km |
| Bhaini Paswal | East | 2.69 km |
| Balra | North-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darapur
Public transport in the Darapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mukerian, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Darapur is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darapur
Where is Darapur located?
Darapur village is located in Gurdaspur Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darapur?
Darapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darapur?
The pincode of Darapur is 143530.
What is the population of Darapur?
Darapur had a total population of 1,518, including 789 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Darapur?
Darapur had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapur was 70.97%. Male literacy was 77.39% and female literacy was 64.19%.