Dalakwa Dalki - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Dalakwa Dalki is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Indarwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalakwa Dalki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalakwa Dalki is 219113. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.25 hectares and falls under the 843330 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dalakwa Dalki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalakwa Dalki
As per Census 2011, Dalakwa Dalki village has a total population of 5,719 people, consisting of 2,970 males and 2,749 females. The village has 1,257 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,701 literate and 4,018 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalakwa Dalki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,719 | 2,970 | 2,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,232 | 638 | 594 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,229 | 642 | 587 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,701 | 1,143 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,018 | 1,827 | 2,191 |
Nearby Villages of Dalakwa Dalki
Dalakwa Dalki 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 Dalakwa Dalki
Dalakwa Dalki 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 Sitamarhi to Dalakwa Dalki is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalakwa Dalki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalakwa Dalki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dalakwa Dalki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalakwa Dalki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dalakwa Dalki
Where is Dalakwa Dalki located?
Dalakwa Dalki village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalakwa Dalki?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalakwa Dalki is Indarwa.
What is the pincode of Dalakwa Dalki?
The pincode of Dalakwa Dalki is 843330.
What is the population of Dalakwa Dalki?
Dalakwa Dalki has a total population of 5,719, including 2,970 males and 2,749 females.
How many households are there in Dalakwa Dalki?
There are 1,257 households in Dalakwa Dalki.
What is the literacy rate in Dalakwa Dalki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalakwa Dalki is 29.74%. Male literacy is 38.48% and female literacy is 20.30%.