Darapur - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Darapur is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from Dasua and around 24 km from Hoshiarpur. Darapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darapur is 030880. The village covers a total geographical area of 360 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Hoshiarpur 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 Urmar 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 890 people, including 462 males and 428 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.69%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 87.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 453.
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 | 890 | 462 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 59 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 238 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 377 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 85 | 84 |
Transport and Connectivity of Darapur
Darapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Darapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Darapur is about 24 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darapur
Where is Darapur located?
Darapur village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur 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 144216.
What is the population of Darapur?
Darapur had a total population of 890, including 462 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Darapur?
Darapur had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapur was 90.69%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 87.76%.