Daraun - Bhanoli, Almora
Daraun is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sukana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daraun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daraun is 053668. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.86 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Daraun 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daraun
According to the 2011 Census, Daraun village had a total population of 75 people, including 35 males and 40 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.76%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 64.10%.
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 | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Daraun
Daraun 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 Daraun
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Daraun.
| 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 Almora to Daraun is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daraun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daraun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Daraun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daraun 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 Daraun
Where is Daraun located?
Daraun village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daraun?
The Gram Panchayat of Daraun is Sukana.
What is the pincode of Daraun?
The pincode of Daraun is 263622.
What is the population of Daraun?
Daraun had a total population of 75, including 35 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Daraun?
Daraun had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daraun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daraun was 75.76%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 64.10%.