Darwa (Tappa Bankata) - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Darwa (Tappa Bankata) is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Kuanrpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darwa (Tappa Bankata) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darwa (Tappa Bankata) is 187218. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.25 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode.
Darwa (Tappa Bankata) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darwa (Tappa Bankata)
According to the 2011 Census, Darwa (Tappa Bankata) village had a total population of 1,113 people, including 546 males and 567 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.61%, with male literacy at 87.37% and female literacy at 59.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149.
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 | 1,113 | 546 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 63 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 422 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 124 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Darwa (Tappa Bankata)
Darwa (Tappa Bankata) 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 Darwa (Tappa Bankata)
Darwa (Tappa Bankata) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Darwa (Tappa Bankata) is about 35 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 Darwa (Tappa Bankata)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darwa (Tappa Bankata) 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Darwa (Tappa Bankata)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darwa (Tappa Bankata) 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darwa (Tappa Bankata)
Where is Darwa (Tappa Bankata) located?
Darwa (Tappa Bankata) village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darwa (Tappa Bankata)?
The Gram Panchayat of Darwa (Tappa Bankata) is Kuanrpar.
What is the pincode of Darwa (Tappa Bankata)?
The pincode of Darwa (Tappa Bankata) is 273211.
What is the population of Darwa (Tappa Bankata)?
Darwa (Tappa Bankata) had a total population of 1,113, including 546 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Darwa (Tappa Bankata)?
Darwa (Tappa Bankata) had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darwa (Tappa Bankata)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwa (Tappa Bankata) was 73.61%. Male literacy was 87.37% and female literacy was 59.96%.