Dharahara - Akorhi Gola, Rohtas
Dharahara is a village situated in the Akorhi Gola subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akorhi Gola and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Akorhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharahara is 252518. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.9 hectares and falls under the 821301 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dharahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharahara
As per Census 2011, Dharahara village has a total population of 3,834 people, consisting of 1,987 males and 1,847 females. The village has 617 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,362 literate and 1,472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharahara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,834 | 1,987 | 1,847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 317 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 343 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 2,362 | 1,393 | 969 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,472 | 594 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Dharahara
Dharahara 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 Dharahara
Dharahara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehri to Dharahara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Dharahara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharahara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharahara
Where is Dharahara located?
Dharahara village is located in Akorhi Gola Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharahara is Akorhi.
What is the pincode of Dharahara?
The pincode of Dharahara is 821301.
What is the population of Dharahara?
Dharahara has a total population of 3,834, including 1,987 males and 1,847 females.
How many households are there in Dharahara?
There are 617 households in Dharahara.
What is the literacy rate in Dharahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharahara is 61.61%. Male literacy is 70.11% and female literacy is 52.46%.