Duari - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Duari is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Tarwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duari is 255866. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Duari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Duari
As per Census 2011, Duari village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 243 males and 216 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Duari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 243 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 210 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 140 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 103 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Duari
Duari 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 Duari
Duari 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 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 Sherghati to Duari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Duari is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duari 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Duari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Duari
Where is Duari located?
Duari village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duari?
The Gram Panchayat of Duari is Tarwan.
What is the pincode of Duari?
The pincode of Duari is 824217.
What is the population of Duari?
Duari has a total population of 459, including 243 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Duari?
There are 79 households in Duari.
What is the literacy rate in Duari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duari is 49.46%. Male literacy is 57.61% and female literacy is 40.28%.