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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Dalakwa Dalki village had a total population of 5,719 people, including 2,970 males and 2,749 females, living in 1,257 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.91%, with male literacy at 49.01% and female literacy at 25.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,229, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 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 had a total population of 5,719, including 2,970 males and 2,749 females.
How many households are there in Dalakwa Dalki?
Dalakwa Dalki had 1,257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalakwa Dalki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalakwa Dalki was 37.91%. Male literacy was 49.01% and female literacy was 25.89%.