Dagarua - Dagarua, Purnia
Dagarua is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Dagarua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagarua is 224154. The village covers a total geographical area of 483 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dagarua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dagarua
As per Census 2011, Dagarua village has a total population of 8,008 people, consisting of 4,183 males and 3,825 females. The village has 1,646 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,746 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,970 literate and 5,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 428 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dagarua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,008 | 4,183 | 3,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,746 | 909 | 837 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 226 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,970 | 1,826 | 1,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,038 | 2,357 | 2,681 |
Nearby Villages of Dagarua
Dagarua 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 Dagarua
Dagarua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Dagarua is about 21 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 Dagarua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagarua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dagarua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagarua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dagarua
Where is Dagarua located?
Dagarua village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dagarua?
Dagarua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dagarua?
The pincode of Dagarua is 854326.
What is the population of Dagarua?
Dagarua has a total population of 8,008, including 4,183 males and 3,825 females.
How many households are there in Dagarua?
There are 1,646 households in Dagarua.
What is the literacy rate in Dagarua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagarua is 37.09%. Male literacy is 43.65% and female literacy is 29.91%.