Darhia - Jale, Darbhanga
Darhia is a village situated in the Jale subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jale and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Dhadhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darhia is 226745. The village covers a total geographical area of 612 hectares and falls under the 847304 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Darhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Darhia
According to the 2011 Census, Darhia village had a total population of 6,118 people, including 3,205 males and 2,913 females, living in 1,266 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.15%, with male literacy at 58.18% and female literacy at 39.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,073.
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 | 6,118 | 3,205 | 2,913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,115 | 577 | 538 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,073 | 568 | 505 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,459 | 1,529 | 930 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,659 | 1,676 | 1,983 |
Nearby Villages of Darhia
Darhia 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 Darhia
Darhia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Darhia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Darhia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darhia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darhia
Where is Darhia located?
Darhia village is located in Jale Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Darhia is Dhadhiya.
What is the pincode of Darhia?
The pincode of Darhia is 847304.
What is the population of Darhia?
Darhia had a total population of 6,118, including 3,205 males and 2,913 females.
How many households are there in Darhia?
Darhia had 1,266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darhia was 49.15%. Male literacy was 58.18% and female literacy was 39.16%.