Darhia - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Darhia is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Jimari Nautanwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darhia is 216081. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.6 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Darhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Darhia
As per Census 2011, Darhia village has a total population of 1,016 people, consisting of 532 males and 484 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 521 literate and 495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 415 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,016 | 532 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 67 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 207 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 318 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 214 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Darhia
Darhia 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 Darhia
Darhia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Darhia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Darhia is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darhia 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 Darhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Darhia
Where is Darhia located?
Darhia village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Darhia is Jimari Nautanwa.
What is the pincode of Darhia?
The pincode of Darhia is 845105.
What is the population of Darhia?
Darhia has a total population of 1,016, including 532 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Darhia?
There are 204 households in Darhia.
What is the literacy rate in Darhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darhia is 51.28%. Male literacy is 59.77% and female literacy is 41.94%.