Darpa - Narkatia, Purbi Champaran
Darpa is a village situated in the Narkatia subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from Narkatia and around 25 km from Motihari. Darpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darpa is 217729. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.1 hectares and falls under the 845301 pincode. Motihari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Darpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darpa
As per Census 2011, Darpa village has a total population of 15,026 people, consisting of 7,758 males and 7,268 females. The village has 2,703 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,657 literate and 8,369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,026 | 7,758 | 7,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,323 | 1,699 | 1,624 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,243 | 1,179 | 1,064 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6,657 | 4,300 | 2,357 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,369 | 3,458 | 4,911 |
Nearby Villages of Darpa
Darpa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murli | South | 2.40 km |
| Masahi | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Tinkoni | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Bakhri | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Siripur | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Ekdari | East | 2.84 km |
| Belwa (bhelwa) | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Bhawanipur | East | 3.38 km |
| Bathuahiya | West | 3.65 km |
| Khairwa | South | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darpa
Darpa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chauradano, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.7 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Motihari to Darpa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darpa
Where is Darpa located?
Darpa village is located in Narkatia Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darpa?
Darpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darpa?
The pincode of Darpa is 845301.
What is the population of Darpa?
Darpa has a total population of 15,026, including 7,758 males and 7,268 females.
How many households are there in Darpa?
There are 2,703 households in Darpa.
What is the literacy rate in Darpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darpa is 44.30%. Male literacy is 55.43% and female literacy is 32.43%.