Darigaon - Pothia, Kishanganj
Darigaon is a village situated in the Pothia subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pothia and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Bhotathana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darigaon is 222523. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 855117 pincode. Thakurganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Darigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Darigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Darigaon village had a total population of 728 people, including 360 males and 368 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.58%, with male literacy at 25.62% and female literacy at 27.53%.
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 | 728 | 360 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 72 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 288 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Darigaon
Darigaon 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 Darigaon
Darigaon 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thakurganj to Darigaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Darigaon is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darigaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darigaon
Where is Darigaon located?
Darigaon village is located in Pothia Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Darigaon is Bhotathana.
What is the pincode of Darigaon?
The pincode of Darigaon is 855117.
What is the population of Darigaon?
Darigaon had a total population of 728, including 360 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Darigaon?
Darigaon had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darigaon was 26.58%. Male literacy was 25.62% and female literacy was 27.53%.