Darsaniya - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Darsaniya is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Karhiya Goshai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darsaniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darsaniya is 177895. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.05 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Darsaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darsaniya
As per Census 2011, Darsaniya village has a total population of 882 people, consisting of 468 males and 414 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darsaniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 468 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 321 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 147 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Darsaniya
Darsaniya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaurahra | North | 0.82 km |
| Haraiya | South | 1.00 km |
| Karhiya Goshai | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Madhukarpur | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Pakari | East | 1.21 km |
| Navel | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Sadwa | North | 1.50 km |
| Pipra Gosai | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Jag Jiwanpur | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Mnkaura | North-West | 1.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darsaniya
Darsaniya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Trilokpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Darsaniya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Darsaniya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darsaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darsaniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darsaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darsaniya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darsaniya
Where is Darsaniya located?
Darsaniya village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darsaniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Darsaniya is Karhiya Goshai.
What is the pincode of Darsaniya?
The pincode of Darsaniya is 272192.
What is the population of Darsaniya?
Darsaniya has a total population of 882, including 468 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Darsaniya?
There are 104 households in Darsaniya.
What is the literacy rate in Darsaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darsaniya is 51.93%. Male literacy is 68.59% and female literacy is 33.09%.