Darauli - Zamania, Ghazipur
Darauli is a village situated in the Zamania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zamania and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Darauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darauli is 206523. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.08 hectares and falls under the 232329 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Darauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zamania Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darauli
According to the 2011 Census, Darauli village had a total population of 5,170 people, including 2,668 males and 2,502 females, living in 774 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.29%, with male literacy at 84.82% and female literacy at 53.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 889.
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 | 5,170 | 2,668 | 2,502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 960 | 514 | 446 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 465 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,917 | 1,827 | 1,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,253 | 841 | 1,412 |
Nearby Villages of Darauli
Darauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harballabhpur | West | 0.88 km |
| Shahpur Lathia | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Rampur Urf Salempur | North | 2.05 km |
| Rampur Phuphuaon | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Rupa Baraila Urf Lotawa | South | 2.24 km |
| Lawa Chhawa | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Muhammadpur T. Chaudhari Azmal | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Baghri | West | 2.28 km |
| Pandeypur | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Taran Bandh | South | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darauli
Darauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Darauli, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Darauli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Darauli is about 35 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 Darauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darauli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darauli
Where is Darauli located?
Darauli village is located in Zamania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darauli?
Darauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darauli?
The pincode of Darauli is 232329.
What is the population of Darauli?
Darauli had a total population of 5,170, including 2,668 males and 2,502 females.
How many households are there in Darauli?
Darauli had 774 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darauli was 69.29%. Male literacy was 84.82% and female literacy was 53.02%.