Daridih - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Daridih is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Daridih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daridih is 194941. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.76 hectares and falls under the 276304 pincode. Phoolpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Daridih 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 Daridih
According to the 2011 Census, Daridih village had a total population of 1,191 people, including 596 males and 595 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.57%, with male literacy at 89.43% and female literacy at 58.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 1,191 | 596 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 74 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 440 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 156 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Daridih
Daridih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pura Hasim | North-West | 0.61 km |
| Rampur Khurd | South | 0.65 km |
| Haidari Pur | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Anjan Shahid | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Purabhikhari | West | 1.11 km |
| Mejwan | North | 1.16 km |
| Khojapur | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Miyanpur | South | 1.30 km |
| Pura Karim | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Kaneri | East | 1.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daridih
Daridih 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 Khorason Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phoolpur to Daridih is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Daridih is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daridih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daridih 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daridih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daridih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Daridih
Where is Daridih located?
Daridih village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daridih?
Daridih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daridih?
The pincode of Daridih is 276304.
What is the population of Daridih?
Daridih had a total population of 1,191, including 596 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Daridih?
Daridih had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daridih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daridih was 73.57%. Male literacy was 89.43% and female literacy was 58.05%.