Daha - Gamharia, Madhepura
Daha is a village situated in the Gamharia subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gamharia and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Babhni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daha is 225798. The village covers a total geographical area of 388 hectares and falls under the 852108 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Daha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Daha
As per Census 2011, Daha village has a total population of 2,893 people, consisting of 1,486 males and 1,407 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,190 literate and 1,703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 813 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,893 | 1,486 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 286 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 813 | 394 | 419 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 771 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,703 | 715 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Daha
Daha 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 Daha
Daha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Daha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Daha is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Daha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daha 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Daha
Where is Daha located?
Daha village is located in Gamharia Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daha?
The Gram Panchayat of Daha is Babhni.
What is the pincode of Daha?
The pincode of Daha is 852108.
What is the population of Daha?
Daha has a total population of 2,893, including 1,486 males and 1,407 females.
How many households are there in Daha?
There are 571 households in Daha.
What is the literacy rate in Daha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daha is 41.13%. Male literacy is 51.88% and female literacy is 29.78%.