Dafar Dehri - Nawanagar, Buxar
Dafar Dehri is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Babu Ganj English serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dafar Dehri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dafar Dehri is 248855. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dafar Dehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dafar Dehri
According to the 2011 Census, Dafar Dehri village had a total population of 1,323 people, including 681 males and 642 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.92%, with male literacy at 78.49% and female literacy at 50.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 360.
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 | 1,323 | 681 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 137 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 175 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 427 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 254 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Dafar Dehri
Dafar Dehri 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 Dafar Dehri
Dafar Dehri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Dafar Dehri is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Dafar Dehri is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dafar Dehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dafar Dehri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dafar Dehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dafar Dehri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dafar Dehri
Where is Dafar Dehri located?
Dafar Dehri village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dafar Dehri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dafar Dehri is Babu Ganj English.
What is the pincode of Dafar Dehri?
The pincode of Dafar Dehri is 802129.
What is the population of Dafar Dehri?
Dafar Dehri had a total population of 1,323, including 681 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Dafar Dehri?
Dafar Dehri had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dafar Dehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dafar Dehri was 64.92%. Male literacy was 78.49% and female literacy was 50.77%.