Danha - Kiratpur, Darbhanga
Danha is a village situated in the Kiratpur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kiratpur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Jhagarua Tarwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danha is 227779. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Danha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Danha
As per Census 2011, Danha village has a total population of 5,424 people, consisting of 2,910 males and 2,514 females. The village has 1,129 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,860 literate and 3,564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,728 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,424 | 2,910 | 2,514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,366 | 769 | 597 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,728 | 928 | 800 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,860 | 1,205 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,564 | 1,705 | 1,859 |
Nearby Villages of Danha
Danha 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 Danha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Danha.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Danha is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Danha is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Danha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danha 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Danha
Where is Danha located?
Danha village is located in Kiratpur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danha?
The Gram Panchayat of Danha is Jhagarua Tarwara.
What is the pincode of Danha?
The pincode of Danha is 847203.
What is the population of Danha?
Danha has a total population of 5,424, including 2,910 males and 2,514 females.
How many households are there in Danha?
There are 1,129 households in Danha.
What is the literacy rate in Danha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danha is 34.29%. Male literacy is 41.41% and female literacy is 26.05%.