Darwalia - Jogapatti, Pashchim Champaran
Darwalia is a village situated in the Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jogapatti and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Hathia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darwalia is 217052. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.6 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Darwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darwalia
As per Census 2011, Darwalia village has a total population of 2,537 people, consisting of 1,310 males and 1,227 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 985 literate and 1,552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darwalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,537 | 1,310 | 1,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 236 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 274 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 985 | 602 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,552 | 708 | 844 |
Nearby Villages of Darwalia
Darwalia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisrampur | North | 1.01 km |
| Rampurwa | West | 1.42 km |
| Hathia | East | 1.53 km |
| Bariarpur | North | 1.76 km |
| Sangrampur | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Nauganwa | South | 1.86 km |
| Chorhi | North | 2.23 km |
| Chhatiwanwan | East | 2.61 km |
| Amaithia | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Pareagwa | North-West | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darwalia
Darwalia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kumarbagh, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| 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 Bettiah to Darwalia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Darwalia is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darwalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darwalia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darwalia
Where is Darwalia located?
Darwalia village is located in Jogapatti Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Darwalia is Hathia.
What is the pincode of Darwalia?
The pincode of Darwalia is 845451.
What is the population of Darwalia?
Darwalia has a total population of 2,537, including 1,310 males and 1,227 females.
How many households are there in Darwalia?
There are 452 households in Darwalia.
What is the literacy rate in Darwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwalia is 38.83%. Male literacy is 45.95% and female literacy is 31.21%.