Darki - Kheragarh, Agra
Darki is a village situated in the Kheragarh tehsil of Agra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheragarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Agra. Darki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darki is 125016. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.96 hectares and falls under the 283112 pincode. Iradatnagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Darki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darki
As per Census 2011, Darki village has a total population of 1,043 people, consisting of 594 males and 449 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 755 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 612 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,043 | 594 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 104 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 146 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 417 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 177 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Darki
Darki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangalpur Bartara | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Mahdewa | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Chhattapura | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Mihawa | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Teerajpur | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Pusenta | West | 2.66 km |
| Beech Ka Pura | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Kachhiyara Bidar | East | 3.03 km |
| Nagar | South | 3.26 km |
| Bidar | East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darki
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Darki. The nearest railway station is Jajau, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Iradatnagar to Darki is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agra to Darki is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darki 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 Darki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darki 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 Darki
Where is Darki located?
Darki village is located in Kheragarh Tehsil, Agra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darki?
Darki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darki?
The pincode of Darki is 283112.
What is the population of Darki?
Darki has a total population of 1,043, including 594 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Darki?
There are 144 households in Darki.
What is the literacy rate in Darki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darki is 58.68%. Male literacy is 70.20% and female literacy is 43.43%.