Darmaha - Kalyanpur, Purbi Champaran
Darmaha is a village situated in the Kalyanpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from Kalyanpur and around 56 km from Motihari. Darmaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darmaha is 218332. The village covers a total geographical area of 1188.1 hectares and falls under the 845413 pincode. Chakia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Darmaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kesaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purvi Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darmaha
As per Census 2011, Darmaha village has a total population of 10,553 people, consisting of 5,505 males and 5,048 females. The village has 2,147 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,912 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,992 literate and 5,561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,713 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 113 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darmaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,553 | 5,505 | 5,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,912 | 1,027 | 885 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,713 | 880 | 833 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 4,992 | 3,029 | 1,963 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,561 | 2,476 | 3,085 |
Nearby Villages of Darmaha
Darmaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahuara Harbans | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Math Gobardhan | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Siswa Narsinh | North | 2.29 km |
| Raghu Nathpur | South | 2.53 km |
| Kaithawalia | North | 2.83 km |
| Basdeo Chhapra | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Pakri Kamal | East | 3.00 km |
| Dhurpakri | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Mathjagdish Urf Chhapra Jagdish | East | 3.43 km |
| Rajpur | North-West | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darmaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Darmaha. The nearest railway station is Chakia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chakia to Darmaha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Darmaha is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darmaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darmaha 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 Darmaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darmaha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Darmaha
Where is Darmaha located?
Darmaha village is located in Kalyanpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darmaha?
Darmaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darmaha?
The pincode of Darmaha is 845413.
What is the population of Darmaha?
Darmaha has a total population of 10,553, including 5,505 males and 5,048 females.
How many households are there in Darmaha?
There are 2,147 households in Darmaha.
What is the literacy rate in Darmaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmaha is 47.30%. Male literacy is 55.02% and female literacy is 38.89%.