Dharhara Village - Gopalpur, Bhagalpur
Dharhara is a village situated in the Gopalpur subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gopalpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Makandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharhara is 238990. The village covers a total geographical area of 1194 hectares and falls under the 853204 pincode. Nawgachhia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dharhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharhara
As per Census 2011, Dharhara village has a total population of 4,537 people, consisting of 2,415 males and 2,122 females. The village has 808 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 925 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,106 literate and 2,431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharhara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,537 | 2,415 | 2,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 925 | 484 | 441 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 119 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,106 | 1,314 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,431 | 1,101 | 1,330 |
Nearby Villages of Dharhara
Dharhara 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 Dharhara
Dharhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dharhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawgachhia to Dharhara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Dharhara is about 25 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 Dharhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dharhara
Where is Dharhara located?
Dharhara village is located in Gopalpur Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharhara is Makandpur.
What is the pincode of Dharhara?
The pincode of Dharhara is 853204.
What is the population of Dharhara?
Dharhara has a total population of 4,537, including 2,415 males and 2,122 females.
How many households are there in Dharhara?
There are 808 households in Dharhara.
What is the literacy rate in Dharhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharhara is 46.42%. Male literacy is 54.41% and female literacy is 37.32%.