Darhia - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Darhia is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Bharama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darhia is 194736. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.08 hectares and falls under the 223225 pincode. Sahganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Darhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darhia
According to the 2011 Census, Darhia village had a total population of 587 people, including 289 males and 298 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.72%, with male literacy at 91.25% and female literacy at 62.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 587 | 289 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 85 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 240 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 49 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Darhia
Darhia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaddopur | North | 0.54 km |
| Bharma | South | 0.78 km |
| Sehatpur | West | 0.95 km |
| Aura Danra | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Rajapur Subansha | North | 1.20 km |
| Naharpur | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Majhaura | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Nati | East | 1.82 km |
| Shahba Bad | South | 1.85 km |
| Taini | South-East | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darhia
Darhia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Didarganj Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahganj to Darhia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Darhia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darhia
Where is Darhia located?
Darhia village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Darhia is Bharama.
What is the pincode of Darhia?
The pincode of Darhia is 223225.
What is the population of Darhia?
Darhia had a total population of 587, including 289 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Darhia?
Darhia had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darhia was 76.72%. Male literacy was 91.25% and female literacy was 62.77%.