Darangia - Sheosagar, Rohtas
Darangia is a village situated in the Sheosagar subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sheosagar and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Nad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darangia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darangia is 252213. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 821113 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Darangia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chenari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sasaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darangia
According to the 2011 Census, Darangia village had a total population of 383 people, including 191 males and 192 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.49%, with male literacy at 64.63% and female literacy at 34.25%.
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 | 383 | 191 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 95 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 96 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Darangia
Darangia 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 Darangia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Darangia. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Darangia.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Darangia is about 12 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 Darangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darangia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darangia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Darangia
Where is Darangia located?
Darangia village is located in Sheosagar Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Darangia is Nad.
What is the pincode of Darangia?
The pincode of Darangia is 821113.
What is the population of Darangia?
Darangia had a total population of 383, including 191 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Darangia?
Darangia had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darangia was 49.49%. Male literacy was 64.63% and female literacy was 34.25%.