Darapur - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Darapur is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Darapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darapur is 030102. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 144035 pincode. Phillaur 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 Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darapur
According to the 2011 Census, Darapur village had a total population of 904 people, including 472 males and 432 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.15%, with male literacy at 88.76% and female literacy at 81.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 522.
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 | 904 | 472 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 275 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 371 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 101 | 109 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sheikhupur | East | 1.50 km |
| Begampur | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Rupowal | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Nagra | West | 1.67 km |
| Mehsampur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Sangatpur | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Bharuwal | West | 2.28 km |
| Mowai | West | 2.51 km |
| Bir Jaitowal | North | 2.52 km |
| Kang Araian | East | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darapur
Darapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Partabpura, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.7 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Darapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darapur
Where is Darapur located?
Darapur village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar 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 144035.
What is the population of Darapur?
Darapur had a total population of 904, including 472 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Darapur?
Darapur had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapur was 85.15%. Male literacy was 88.76% and female literacy was 81.36%.