Darawa Lal - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Darawa Lal is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Sonferva Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darawa Lal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darawa Lal is 176960. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.61 hectares and falls under the 272153 pincode. Bansi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Darawa Lal 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 Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darawa Lal
According to the 2011 Census, Darawa Lal village had a total population of 472 people, including 215 males and 257 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,195 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.40%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 43.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125.
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 | 472 | 215 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 47 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 56 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 132 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 83 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Darawa Lal
Darawa Lal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darhawa Dhandi | North | 0.73 km |
| Sri Belwa | North-East | 0.82 km |
| Kolhua | South | 0.97 km |
| Sekhui | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Son Ferwa Khurd | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Kalawan Jot | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Darhwa Adhin | East | 1.26 km |
| Tagalakpur | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Pipra | East | 1.39 km |
| Kolhui Buzurg | South-East | 1.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darawa Lal
Darawa Lal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chilhia, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansi to Darawa Lal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Darawa Lal is about 38 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 Darawa Lal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darawa Lal 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darawa Lal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darawa Lal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darawa Lal
Where is Darawa Lal located?
Darawa Lal village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darawa Lal?
The Gram Panchayat of Darawa Lal is Sonferva Khurd.
What is the pincode of Darawa Lal?
The pincode of Darawa Lal is 272153.
What is the population of Darawa Lal?
Darawa Lal had a total population of 472, including 215 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Darawa Lal?
Darawa Lal had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darawa Lal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darawa Lal was 59.40%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 43.22%.