Dariapur - Kharagpur, Munger
Dariapur is a village situated in the Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharagpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Dariyapur-1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dariapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dariapur is 243041. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dariapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamui Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dariapur
As per Census 2011, Dariapur village has a total population of 4,955 people, consisting of 2,587 males and 2,368 females. The village has 955 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 855 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,008 literate and 2,947 illiterate residents. Additionally, 419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dariapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,955 | 2,587 | 2,368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 855 | 442 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 219 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 2,008 | 1,275 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,947 | 1,312 | 1,635 |
Nearby Villages of Dariapur
Dariapur 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 Dariapur
Dariapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kharagpur to Dariapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Dariapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dariapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dariapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dariapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dariapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dariapur
Where is Dariapur located?
Dariapur village is located in Kharagpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dariapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dariapur is Dariyapur-1.
What is the pincode of Dariapur?
The pincode of Dariapur is 811213.
What is the population of Dariapur?
Dariapur has a total population of 4,955, including 2,587 males and 2,368 females.
How many households are there in Dariapur?
There are 955 households in Dariapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dariapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dariapur is 40.52%. Male literacy is 49.28% and female literacy is 30.95%.