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
As per Census 2011, Darunpur village has a total population of 1,719 people, consisting of 902 males and 817 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,103 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 902 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 122 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,719, including 902 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Darunpur?
There are 226 households in Darunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Darunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darunpur is 64.17%. Male literacy is 79.82% and female literacy is 46.88%.