Darauni - Chhibramau, Kannauj
Darauni is a village situated in the Chhibramau tehsil of Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhibramau and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Kannauj. Darauni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darauni is 146863. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.52 hectares and falls under the 209747 pincode. Saurikh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Darauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannauj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darauni
According to the 2011 Census, Darauni village had a total population of 3,560 people, including 1,873 males and 1,687 females, living in 605 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.03%, with male literacy at 83.71% and female literacy at 65.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 988.
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 | 3,560 | 1,873 | 1,687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 289 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 988 | 514 | 474 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,233 | 1,326 | 907 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 547 | 780 |
Nearby Villages of Darauni
Darauni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Misrabad | South | 1.37 km |
| Nagla Bishuna | East | 1.57 km |
| Bhaureta | West | 1.70 km |
| Bahadur Pur | West | 1.74 km |
| Sharifabad | North | 1.91 km |
| Ishwarpur | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Niyamat Pur | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Harnagarpur | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Raghunath Pur | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Nagla Shah | South | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darauni
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Darauni. The nearest railway station is Samhon, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saurikh to Darauni is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kannauj to Darauni is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darauni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darauni
Where is Darauni located?
Darauni village is located in Chhibramau Tehsil, Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darauni?
Darauni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darauni?
The pincode of Darauni is 209747.
What is the population of Darauni?
Darauni had a total population of 3,560, including 1,873 males and 1,687 females.
How many households are there in Darauni?
Darauni had 605 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darauni was 75.03%. Male literacy was 83.71% and female literacy was 65.16%.