Darhia - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Darhia is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Tursia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darhia is 177195. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.85 hectares and falls under the 272153 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 Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darhia
According to the 2011 Census, Darhia village had a total population of 741 people, including 354 males and 387 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.79%, with male literacy at 67.91% and female literacy at 43.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 403.
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 | 741 | 354 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 194 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 201 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 153 | 245 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santhwa | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Khunaura | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Jigina Khurd | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Asnar Khas | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Tursia | South | 1.37 km |
| Imilia | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Kurthia | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Pirwa | North | 2.00 km |
| Dubhara | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Baskhoria | South | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darhia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Darhia. The nearest railway station is Uska Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Siddharthnagar to Darhia is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 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 Darhia
Where is Darhia located?
Darhia village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Darhia is Tursia.
What is the pincode of Darhia?
The pincode of Darhia is 272153.
What is the population of Darhia?
Darhia had a total population of 741, including 354 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Darhia?
Darhia had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darhia was 54.79%. Male literacy was 67.91% and female literacy was 43.03%.