Dharanipur - Rajpur, Buxar
Dharanipur is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Matukipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharanipur is 248615. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.25 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dharanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Dharanipur village had a total population of 265 people, including 137 males and 128 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.73%, with male literacy at 79.65% and female literacy at 55.14%.
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 | 265 | 137 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 90 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 47 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Dharanipur
Dharanipur 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 Dharanipur
Dharanipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Buxar to Dharanipur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dharanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharanipur
Where is Dharanipur located?
Dharanipur village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharanipur is Matukipur.
What is the pincode of Dharanipur?
The pincode of Dharanipur is 802122.
What is the population of Dharanipur?
Dharanipur had a total population of 265, including 137 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Dharanipur?
Dharanipur had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharanipur was 67.73%. Male literacy was 79.65% and female literacy was 55.14%.