Darapur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Darapur is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Trangralian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darapur is 031132. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 144211 pincode. Mukerian 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 Dasua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darapur
According to the 2011 Census, Darapur village had a total population of 67 people, including 40 males and 27 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 675 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.13%, with male literacy at 65.79% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Trangalian | South | 0.90 km |
| Pota | East | 0.97 km |
| Jalala | West | 0.99 km |
| Chima | East | 1.40 km |
| Fattu Wal | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Gujjar Katrala | North | 1.50 km |
| Ghasit Pur | West | 1.93 km |
| Singho Katrala | North | 1.98 km |
| Malko Wal | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Nansota | North-East | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darapur
Public transport in the Darapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Musahibpur, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Darapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darapur
Where is Darapur located?
Darapur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Darapur is Trangralian.
What is the pincode of Darapur?
The pincode of Darapur is 144211.
What is the population of Darapur?
Darapur had a total population of 67, including 40 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Darapur?
Darapur had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapur was 66.13%. Male literacy was 65.79% and female literacy was 66.67%.