Daripur - Amour, Purnia
Daripur is a village situated in the Amour subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amour and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Bangra Mehandipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daripur is 223807. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Daripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Daripur
According to the 2011 Census, Daripur village had a total population of 680 people, including 338 males and 342 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.73%, with male literacy at 46.09% and female literacy at 31.43%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 338 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 95 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 112 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 226 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Daripur
Daripur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Daripur
Daripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Daripur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Daripur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daripur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Daripur
Where is Daripur located?
Daripur village is located in Amour Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Daripur is Bangra Mehandipur.
What is the pincode of Daripur?
The pincode of Daripur is 854315.
What is the population of Daripur?
Daripur had a total population of 680, including 338 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Daripur?
Daripur had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daripur was 38.73%. Male literacy was 46.09% and female literacy was 31.43%.