Darau - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Darau is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Darau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darau is 055967. The village covers a total geographical area of 529.25 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Darau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darau
As per Census 2011, Darau village has a total population of 5,048 people, consisting of 2,643 males and 2,405 females. The village has 832 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 790 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,606 literate and 2,442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 688 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,048 | 2,643 | 2,405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 790 | 421 | 369 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 688 | 369 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 2,606 | 1,487 | 1,119 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,442 | 1,156 | 1,286 |
Nearby Villages of Darau
Darau 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 Darau
Public transport in the Darau is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Darau.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Darau is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Darau is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darau 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 Darau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darau 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 Darau
Where is Darau located?
Darau village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darau?
Darau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darau?
The pincode of Darau is 263148.
What is the population of Darau?
Darau has a total population of 5,048, including 2,643 males and 2,405 females.
How many households are there in Darau?
There are 832 households in Darau.
What is the literacy rate in Darau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darau is 51.62%. Male literacy is 56.26% and female literacy is 46.53%.