Darihara - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Darihara is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Darihara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darihara is 214134. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.74 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Darihara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darihara
As per Census 2011, Darihara village has a total population of 2,095 people, consisting of 1,097 males and 998 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 1,485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 752 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darihara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,095 | 1,097 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 215 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 752 | 399 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 420 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,485 | 677 | 808 |
Nearby Villages of Darihara
Darihara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aurahawa | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Parani | South | 3.06 km |
| Kundadih | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Raspahari | East | 3.92 km |
| Swanganj | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Soroho | West | 4.11 km |
| Khairahi | East | 4.82 km |
| Harhori | South | 5.01 km |
| Mewarpur | South | 5.16 km |
| Kirawani | North-East | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darihara
Darihara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.8 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Darihara is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darihara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darihara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darihara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darihara 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 Darihara
Where is Darihara located?
Darihara village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darihara?
Darihara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darihara?
The pincode of Darihara is 231208.
What is the population of Darihara?
Darihara has a total population of 2,095, including 1,097 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Darihara?
There are 334 households in Darihara.
What is the literacy rate in Darihara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darihara is 29.12%. Male literacy is 38.29% and female literacy is 19.04%.