Darhibarhi - Baniapur, Saran
Darhibarhi is a village situated in the Baniapur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baniapur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Dhawri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darhibarhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darhibarhi is 233129. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 841403 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Darhibarhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baniapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darhibarhi
According to the 2011 Census, Darhibarhi village had a total population of 2,240 people, including 1,137 males and 1,103 females, living in 401 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.78%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 62.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 334.
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 | 2,240 | 1,137 | 1,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 183 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 158 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 829 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 820 | 308 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Darhibarhi
Darhibarhi 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 Darhibarhi
Darhibarhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chapra to Darhibarhi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Darhibarhi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darhibarhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darhibarhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darhibarhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darhibarhi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Darhibarhi
Where is Darhibarhi located?
Darhibarhi village is located in Baniapur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darhibarhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Darhibarhi is Dhawri.
What is the pincode of Darhibarhi?
The pincode of Darhibarhi is 841403.
What is the population of Darhibarhi?
Darhibarhi had a total population of 2,240, including 1,137 males and 1,103 females.
How many households are there in Darhibarhi?
Darhibarhi had 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darhibarhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darhibarhi was 74.78%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 62.54%.