Daran - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Daran is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Jakhnidhar and around 62 km from New Tehri. Dharun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daran is 043612. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.73 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Daran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daran
As per Census 2011, Daran village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 43 males and 63 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,465 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 43 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 7 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Daran
Daran 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 Daran
Daran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Daran is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Daran is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Daran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daran 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daran
Where is Daran located?
Daran village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daran?
The Gram Panchayat of Daran is Dharun.
What is the pincode of Daran?
The pincode of Daran is 249121.
What is the population of Daran?
Daran has a total population of 106, including 43 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Daran?
There are 34 households in Daran.
What is the literacy rate in Daran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daran is 74.53%. Male literacy is 83.72% and female literacy is 68.25%.