Darapur

Darapur is a village located in Kotulpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kotulpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Darapur village. As per 2009 stats, Lego is the gram panchayat of Darapur village.

Darapur has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Darapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darapur is 327884. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722141. Bishnupur is nearest town to Darapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

When it comes to local governance, Darapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Katulpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Darapur

Below is a concise population overview of Darapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,821 919 902
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 158 89 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 207 98 109
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 1,478 795 683
Illiterate Population 343 124 219

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darapur village:

  • The total population of Darapur village is around 1,821, including approximately 919 males and 902 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Darapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Darapur village has 207 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Darapur village is about 81.16%, with male literacy at 86.51% and female literacy at 75.72%.
  • There are around 405 households in Darapur village.

Connectivity of Darapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darapur. As per the 2011 stats, Darapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Darapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Darapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darapur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Darapur

Where is Darapur located?
Darapur village is situated in Kotulpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Darapur is Lego (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Darapur?
The pincode of Darapur is 722141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Darapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darapur is 1,821, with 919 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Darapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Darapur village has a total of 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darapur is 81.16%. The male literacy rate is 86.51%, while the female literacy rate is 75.72%.