Darsawan - Purwa, Unnao
Darsawan is a village situated in the Purwa tehsil of Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purwa and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Unnao. Darsawana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darsawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darsawan is 142475. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.73 hectares and falls under the 209859 pincode.
Darsawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darsawan
As per Census 2011, Darsawan village has a total population of 3,074 people, consisting of 1,565 males and 1,509 females. The village has 600 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,805 literate and 1,269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darsawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,074 | 1,565 | 1,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 177 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,429 | 709 | 720 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,805 | 1,074 | 731 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,269 | 491 | 778 |
Nearby Villages of Darsawan
Darsawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirri Khurd | West | 2.00 km |
| Daun | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Goshain Khera | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Sariya | West | 3.10 km |
| Mirri Kalan | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Raiker | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Sahabad Grant | North | 3.21 km |
| Gadhi Karmali | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Kushli Khera | East | 3.55 km |
| Asawar | South | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darsawan
Darsawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaitipur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Unnao to Darsawan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darsawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darsawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darsawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darsawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darsawan
Where is Darsawan located?
Darsawan village is located in Purwa Tehsil, Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darsawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Darsawan is Darsawana.
What is the pincode of Darsawan?
The pincode of Darsawan is 209859.
What is the population of Darsawan?
Darsawan has a total population of 3,074, including 1,565 males and 1,509 females.
How many households are there in Darsawan?
There are 600 households in Darsawan.
What is the literacy rate in Darsawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darsawan is 58.72%. Male literacy is 68.63% and female literacy is 48.44%.