Darapuram - Kadayampatti, Salem
Darapuram is a village situated in the Kadayampatti taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from Omalur and around 16 km from Salem. Dharapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darapuram is 633822. The village covers a total geographical area of 634.11 hectares and falls under the 636305 pincode. Omalur is the nearest town.
Darapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Omalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salem Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darapuram
As per Census 2011, Darapuram village has a total population of 5,539 people, consisting of 2,924 males and 2,615 females. The village has 1,435 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,285 literate and 2,254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 538 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,539 | 2,924 | 2,615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 298 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 282 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,285 | 1,991 | 1,294 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,254 | 933 | 1,321 |
Nearby Villages of Darapuram
Darapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sikkanampatti | South | 1.86 km |
| Tumbipadi | East | 3.16 km |
| Pannapatti | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Pottipuram | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Thathayampatti | South | 3.89 km |
| Poosaripatti | North | 4.05 km |
| Semmandapatti | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Marakkottai | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Kamalapuram | South | 5.04 km |
| Kookuttapatti | North-East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darapuram
Darapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Semmandappatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 2.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Salem to Darapuram is about 16 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 Darapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darapuram
Where is Darapuram located?
Darapuram village is located in Kadayampatti Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Darapuram is Dharapuram.
What is the pincode of Darapuram?
The pincode of Darapuram is 636305.
What is the population of Darapuram?
Darapuram has a total population of 5,539, including 2,924 males and 2,615 females.
How many households are there in Darapuram?
There are 1,435 households in Darapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Darapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapuram is 59.31%. Male literacy is 68.09% and female literacy is 49.48%.