Darapur - Pindra, Varanasi
Darapur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Aswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darapur is 208469. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.69 hectares and falls under the 221204 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Darapur 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 Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darapur
According to the 2011 Census, Darapur village had a total population of 386 people, including 169 males and 217 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,284 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.47%, with male literacy at 90.60% and female literacy at 61.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 386 | 169 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 135 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 34 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Darapur
Darapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Darapur
Darapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Varanasi to Darapur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Darapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darapur 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darapur
Where is Darapur located?
Darapur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Darapur is Aswari.
What is the pincode of Darapur?
The pincode of Darapur is 221204.
What is the population of Darapur?
Darapur had a total population of 386, including 169 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Darapur?
Darapur had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapur was 74.47%. Male literacy was 90.60% and female literacy was 61.41%.