Darsur - Warisnagar, Samastipur
Darsur is a village situated in the Warisnagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warisnagar and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Darsur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darsur is 236368. The village covers a total geographical area of 831.62 hectares and falls under the 848301 pincode. Samastipur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Darsur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darsur
As per Census 2011, Darsur village has a total population of 8,751 people, consisting of 4,601 males and 4,150 females. The village has 1,808 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,763 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,882 literate and 4,869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,874 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darsur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,751 | 4,601 | 4,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,763 | 889 | 874 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,874 | 949 | 925 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,882 | 2,344 | 1,538 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,869 | 2,257 | 2,612 |
Nearby Villages of Darsur
Darsur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rohua Warisnagar | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Basantpur Raman | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Koilwan | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Ram Bhadarpur | West | 4.04 km |
| Ratras | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Rampur Siwan | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Harpur Murar | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Chak Habib | West | 4.58 km |
| Sadipur | South | 4.92 km |
| Bariarpur | South-West | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darsur
Darsur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rambhaddarpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Samastipur to Darsur 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 Darsur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darsur 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 Darsur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darsur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darsur
Where is Darsur located?
Darsur village is located in Warisnagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darsur?
Darsur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darsur?
The pincode of Darsur is 848301.
What is the population of Darsur?
Darsur has a total population of 8,751, including 4,601 males and 4,150 females.
How many households are there in Darsur?
There are 1,808 households in Darsur.
What is the literacy rate in Darsur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darsur is 44.36%. Male literacy is 50.95% and female literacy is 37.06%.