Darmian - Rafiganj, Aurangabad
Darmian is a village situated in the Rafiganj subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rafiganj and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Bhadwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darmian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darmian is 253106. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 824125 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Darmian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darmian
As per Census 2011, Darmian village has a total population of 1,410 people, consisting of 690 males and 720 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 843 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 542 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darmian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 690 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 145 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 281 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 843 | 450 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 240 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Darmian
Darmian 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sailopur | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Naharkhap | North | 1.44 km |
| Baligawan | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Tikri | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Bibipur | West | 1.64 km |
| Majkhar | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Kona | East | 1.95 km |
| Mamka | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Gongara | South | 2.21 km |
| Gothani | North-East | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darmian
Darmian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Deo Road, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rafiganj to Darmian is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Darmian is about 18 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 Darmian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darmian 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darmian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darmian 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Darmian
Where is Darmian located?
Darmian village is located in Rafiganj Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darmian?
The Gram Panchayat of Darmian is Bhadwa.
What is the pincode of Darmian?
The pincode of Darmian is 824125.
What is the population of Darmian?
Darmian has a total population of 1,410, including 690 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Darmian?
There are 216 households in Darmian.
What is the literacy rate in Darmian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmian is 59.79%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 54.58%.