Darwesha - Dariapur, Saran
Darwesha is a village situated in the Dariapur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dariapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Manpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darwesha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darwesha is 234298. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 841101 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Darwesha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Darwesha
According to the 2011 Census, Darwesha village had a total population of 368 people, including 202 males and 166 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.47%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 52.59%.
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 | 368 | 202 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 124 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 78 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Darwesha
Darwesha 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 Darwesha
Public transport in the Darwesha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonepur to Darwesha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Darwesha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darwesha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darwesha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Darwesha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darwesha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darwesha
Where is Darwesha located?
Darwesha village is located in Dariapur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darwesha?
The Gram Panchayat of Darwesha is Manpura.
What is the pincode of Darwesha?
The pincode of Darwesha is 841101.
What is the population of Darwesha?
Darwesha had a total population of 368, including 202 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Darwesha?
Darwesha had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darwesha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwesha was 67.47%. Male literacy was 80.52% and female literacy was 52.59%.