Dara

Dara is a village located in Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Madhepur (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Darah is the gram panchayat of Dara village.

Dara has its own place in the vibrant Madhubani region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dara is 220916. The village spans a total geographical area of 463.8 hectares. Jhanjharpur is nearest town to Dara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Dara

Below is a concise population overview of Dara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,864 3,960 3,904
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,628 816 812
Scheduled Castes (SC) 438 226 212
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,503 2,162 1,341
Illiterate Population 4,361 1,798 2,563

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dara village:

  • The total population of Dara village is around 7,864, including approximately 3,960 males and 3,904 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,628 children aged 0–6 years in Dara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dara village has 438 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dara village is about 44.54%, with male literacy at 54.60% and female literacy at 34.35%.
  • There are around 1,676 households in Dara village.

Connectivity of Dara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dara. As per the 2011 stats, Dara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dara

Knowing the nearby villages of Dara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dara.

Asurgarh Garhgaon Basipatti Goiahi Bhagta Bela Harshankri Rampur Kunali Kamalpur Harpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dara

Where is Dara located?
Dara village is situated in Madhepur Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dara is Darah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dara is 7,864, with 3,960 males and 3,904 females.
How many households are there in Dara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dara village has a total of 1,676 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dara is 44.54%. The male literacy rate is 54.60%, while the female literacy rate is 34.35%.