Darghat - Sahjanwa, Gorakhpur
Darghat is a village situated in the Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahjanwa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Darghat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darghat is 185269. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.38 hectares and falls under the 273209 pincode. Maghar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Darghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darghat
According to the 2011 Census, Darghat village had a total population of 1,303 people, including 642 males and 661 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.11%, with male literacy at 79.67% and female literacy at 46.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,077.
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 | 1,303 | 642 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 101 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,077 | 536 | 541 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 431 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 211 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Darghat
Darghat 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 Darghat
Darghat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Darghat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Maghar to Darghat is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Darghat is about 30 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 Darghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darghat 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darghat
Where is Darghat located?
Darghat village is located in Sahjanwa Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darghat?
Darghat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darghat?
The pincode of Darghat is 273209.
What is the population of Darghat?
Darghat had a total population of 1,303, including 642 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Darghat?
Darghat had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darghat was 63.11%. Male literacy was 79.67% and female literacy was 46.70%.