Dharahia - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Dharahia 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 75 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Jimari Nautanwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharahia is 216077. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.9 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dharahia 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 Dharahia
As per Census 2011, Dharahia village has a total population of 2,243 people, consisting of 1,160 males and 1,083 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 1,457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 423 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,070 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharahia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,243 | 1,160 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 229 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 228 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,070 | 556 | 514 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 532 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,457 | 628 | 829 |
Nearby Villages of Dharahia
Dharahia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangaulia | East | 1.29 km |
| Nawtanwan | West | 1.36 km |
| Barba | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Khurharia | South | 2.16 km |
| Nawatanwa | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Tikulia | West | 2.41 km |
| Shiwraha | East | 2.57 km |
| Paorha | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Kerai Berai | East | 3.11 km |
| Hathiwanwan | North | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharahia
Dharahia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kharpokhra, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Dharahia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Dharahia is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharahia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharahia
Where is Dharahia located?
Dharahia village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharahia is Jimari Nautanwa.
What is the pincode of Dharahia?
The pincode of Dharahia is 845105.
What is the population of Dharahia?
Dharahia has a total population of 2,243, including 1,160 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Dharahia?
There are 403 households in Dharahia.
What is the literacy rate in Dharahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharahia is 35.04%. Male literacy is 45.86% and female literacy is 23.45%.