Darha - Belhar, Banka
Darha is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Hathiya Dara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darha is 241507. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Darha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darha
According to the 2011 Census, Darha village had a total population of 1,737 people, including 909 males and 828 females, living in 359 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.35%, with male literacy at 87.14% and female literacy at 68.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275.
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 | 1,737 | 909 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 139 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 147 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 671 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 238 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Darha
Darha 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 Darha
Public transport in the Darha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Darha is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darha 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 Darha
Where is Darha located?
Darha village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darha?
The Gram Panchayat of Darha is Hathiya Dara.
What is the pincode of Darha?
The pincode of Darha is 813202.
What is the population of Darha?
Darha had a total population of 1,737, including 909 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Darha?
Darha had 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darha was 78.35%. Male literacy was 87.14% and female literacy was 68.90%.