Darunpur - Pindra, Varanasi
Darunpur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Tiwaripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darunpur is 208705. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.47 hectares and falls under the 221202 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Darunpur 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 Ajagara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Darunpur village had a total population of 40 people, including 18 males and 22 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.86%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 73.68%.
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 | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nainpur | South | 0.45 km |
| Aharak | South | 1.06 km |
| Burwan | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Dallipur | West | 1.29 km |
| Vijai Patti | South | 1.65 km |
| Dudilpur | West | 1.80 km |
| Puari Kala | East | 1.81 km |
| Newada | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Noharpur | West | 2.00 km |
| Baghaita | South-West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darunpur
Darunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Babatpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.3 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Darunpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darunpur
Where is Darunpur located?
Darunpur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Darunpur is Tiwaripur.
What is the pincode of Darunpur?
The pincode of Darunpur is 221202.
What is the population of Darunpur?
Darunpur had a total population of 40, including 18 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Darunpur?
Darunpur had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darunpur was 82.86%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 73.68%.