Dularchak - Goh, Aurangabad
Dularchak is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Dadhapi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dularchak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dularchak is 252911. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dularchak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dularchak
According to the 2011 Census, Dularchak village had a total population of 978 people, including 523 males and 455 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.75%, with male literacy at 71.30% and female literacy at 39.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210.
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 | 978 | 523 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 91 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 110 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 308 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 215 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Dularchak
Dularchak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Niman | North | 0.95 km |
| Dumarthu | East | 1.25 km |
| Lohanri | West | 1.33 km |
| Kaithi Beni | South | 1.84 km |
| Sisaul | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Mirpur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Marhi | East | 1.98 km |
| Jagadispur | West | 2.05 km |
| Nizampur | West | 2.22 km |
| Ankuri | North | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dularchak
Dularchak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rafiganj, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.7 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rafiganj to Dularchak is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Dularchak is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dularchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dularchak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dularchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dularchak 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dularchak
Where is Dularchak located?
Dularchak village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dularchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Dularchak is Dadhapi.
What is the pincode of Dularchak?
The pincode of Dularchak is 824203.
What is the population of Dularchak?
Dularchak had a total population of 978, including 523 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Dularchak?
Dularchak had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dularchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dularchak was 56.75%. Male literacy was 71.30% and female literacy was 39.34%.