Darweshpur - Belchhi, Patna
Darweshpur is a village situated in the Belchhi subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belchhi and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Aundouli Darweshpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darweshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darweshpur is 246394. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 803213 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Darweshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darweshpur
As per Census 2011, Darweshpur village has a total population of 1,245 people, consisting of 671 males and 574 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 887 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darweshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,245 | 671 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 887 | 526 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 145 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Darweshpur
Darweshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dallu Chak | South | 0.81 km |
| Gopai Chak | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Kaima | North | 1.41 km |
| Kaimadih Sarshikan | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Indauli | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Chak Ruknuddin | East | 1.70 km |
| Rajupur | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Mahmuda Saksohra | West | 1.98 km |
| Rasulpur | South | 2.56 km |
| Madan Chak | South-West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darweshpur
Public transport in the Darweshpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barh, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 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 Barh to Darweshpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Darweshpur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darweshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darweshpur 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 Darweshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darweshpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darweshpur
Where is Darweshpur located?
Darweshpur village is located in Belchhi Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darweshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Darweshpur is Aundouli Darweshpura.
What is the pincode of Darweshpur?
The pincode of Darweshpur is 803213.
What is the population of Darweshpur?
Darweshpur has a total population of 1,245, including 671 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Darweshpur?
There are 196 households in Darweshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Darweshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darweshpur is 71.24%. Male literacy is 78.39% and female literacy is 62.89%.