Darropur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Darropur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Darropur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darropur is 196006. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.33 hectares and falls under the 276126 pincode.
Darropur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darropur
According to the 2011 Census, Darropur village had a total population of 1,200 people, including 606 males and 594 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.65%, with male literacy at 82.12% and female literacy at 59.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 463.
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 | 1,200 | 606 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 97 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 234 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 418 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 188 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Darropur
Darropur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Darropur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Darropur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Darropur.
| 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 Azamgarh to Darropur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darropur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darropur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darropur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darropur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darropur
Where is Darropur located?
Darropur village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darropur?
Darropur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darropur?
The pincode of Darropur is 276126.
What is the population of Darropur?
Darropur had a total population of 1,200, including 606 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Darropur?
Darropur had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darropur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darropur was 70.65%. Male literacy was 82.12% and female literacy was 59.26%.