Daruabari - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Daruabari is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Santpur Sohriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daruabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daruabari is 215996. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.4 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Daruabari 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 Daruabari
As per Census 2011, Daruabari village has a total population of 1,672 people, consisting of 848 males and 824 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 791 literate and 881 illiterate residents. Additionally, 551 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 844 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daruabari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,672 | 848 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 153 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 551 | 281 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 844 | 422 | 422 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 486 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 881 | 362 | 519 |
Nearby Villages of Daruabari
Daruabari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santpur | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Soharia | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Parsauni | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Kotaraha | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Shiunaha | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Bhaisalotan | North | 5.06 km |
| Narainapur | South-East | 5.74 km |
| Champapur | South | 5.82 km |
| Kalapani | North | 6.02 km |
| Gonauli | South-East | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daruabari
Daruabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bagha to Daruabari is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Daruabari is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daruabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daruabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Daruabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daruabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daruabari
Where is Daruabari located?
Daruabari village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daruabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Daruabari is Santpur Sohriya.
What is the pincode of Daruabari?
The pincode of Daruabari is 845105.
What is the population of Daruabari?
Daruabari has a total population of 1,672, including 848 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Daruabari?
There are 299 households in Daruabari.
What is the literacy rate in Daruabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daruabari is 47.31%. Male literacy is 57.31% and female literacy is 37.01%.