Darunpur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Darunpur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Darunpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darunpur is 201105. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.1 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode.
Darunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Darunpur village had a total population of 1,719 people, including 902 males and 817 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.13%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 54.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 1,719 | 902 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 122 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 720 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 182 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Darunpur
Darunpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vikayapur | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Itaha | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Bisawan | South | 1.16 km |
| Piyarepur | West | 1.24 km |
| Thanhwan | North | 1.70 km |
| Sonahita | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Air | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Bhaupur | East | 1.94 km |
| Keshopur | North | 2.01 km |
| Abhaipur | South-West | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darunpur
Darunpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Srikrishna Nagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Darunpur is about 36 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 Darunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darunpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darunpur
Where is Darunpur located?
Darunpur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darunpur?
Darunpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darunpur?
The pincode of Darunpur is 222143.
What is the population of Darunpur?
Darunpur had a total population of 1,719, including 902 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Darunpur?
Darunpur had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darunpur was 74.13%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 54.10%.