Daraura - Anupshahr, Bulandshahr
Daraura is a village situated in the Anupshahr tehsil of Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anupshahr and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bulandshahr. Daraura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daraura is 121083. The village covers a total geographical area of 377.32 hectares and falls under the 203394 pincode. Anupshahr is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Daraura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anupshahr Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bulandshahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daraura
As per Census 2011, Daraura village has a total population of 2,375 people, consisting of 1,211 males and 1,164 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,386 literate and 989 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daraura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,375 | 1,211 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 193 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,288 | 667 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 870 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 989 | 341 | 648 |
Nearby Villages of Daraura
Daraura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarpur | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Bichaula | South | 1.83 km |
| Jatpura | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Khalaur | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Parali | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Maujpur | East | 2.54 km |
| Nagala Nalu | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Khanoda | North | 3.06 km |
| Dungara Jogi | South | 3.19 km |
| Hisavati | South | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daraura
Daraura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajghat Narora, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anupshahr to Daraura is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bulandshahr to Daraura 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 Daraura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daraura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daraura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daraura 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 Daraura
Where is Daraura located?
Daraura village is located in Anupshahr Tehsil, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daraura?
Daraura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daraura?
The pincode of Daraura is 203394.
What is the population of Daraura?
Daraura has a total population of 2,375, including 1,211 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Daraura?
There are 370 households in Daraura.
What is the literacy rate in Daraura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daraura is 58.36%. Male literacy is 71.84% and female literacy is 44.33%.