Darhia - Bhanpur, Basti
Darhia is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Asuraina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darhia is 178577. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.34 hectares and falls under the 272194 pincode.
Darhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darhia
According to the 2011 Census, Darhia village had a total population of 279 people, including 143 males and 136 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.25%, with male literacy at 88.50% and female literacy at 56.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 279 | 143 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 100 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 43 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Darhia
Darhia 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 Darhia
Darhia 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Darhia is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darhia
Where is Darhia located?
Darhia village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Darhia is Asuraina.
What is the pincode of Darhia?
The pincode of Darhia is 272194.
What is the population of Darhia?
Darhia had a total population of 279, including 143 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Darhia?
Darhia had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darhia was 72.25%. Male literacy was 88.50% and female literacy was 56.14%.