Darma - Keotiranway, Darbhanga
Darma is a village situated in the Keotiranway subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keotiranway and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Paigambarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darma is 226934. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 847121 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Darma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Darma
According to the 2011 Census, Darma village had a total population of 5,110 people, including 2,724 males and 2,386 females, living in 1,160 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.67%, with male literacy at 74.56% and female literacy at 53.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 563, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 5,110 | 2,724 | 2,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 910 | 476 | 434 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 298 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,716 | 1,676 | 1,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,394 | 1,048 | 1,346 |
Nearby Villages of Darma
Darma 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 Darma
Public transport in the Darma is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Darma is about 21 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 Darma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Darma
Where is Darma located?
Darma village is located in Keotiranway Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darma?
The Gram Panchayat of Darma is Paigambarpur.
What is the pincode of Darma?
The pincode of Darma is 847121.
What is the population of Darma?
Darma had a total population of 5,110, including 2,724 males and 2,386 females.
How many households are there in Darma?
Darma had 1,160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darma was 64.67%. Male literacy was 74.56% and female literacy was 53.28%.