Daribhir - Islampur, Uttar Dinajpur
Daribhir is a village situated in the Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islampur and around 76.4 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Panditpota-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daribhir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daribhir is 309040. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.7 hectares and falls under the 733202 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Daribhir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raiganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daribhir
As per Census 2011, Daribhir village has a total population of 2,127 people, consisting of 1,108 males and 1,019 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 428 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 1,518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daribhir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,127 | 1,108 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 227 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 353 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,518 | 755 | 763 |
Nearby Villages of Daribhir
Daribhir 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangamaila | East | 0.67 km |
| Amalijhari | North | 1.20 km |
| Kunargaon | West | 1.68 km |
| Kadigaon | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Sahatpur | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Benikandar | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Phulhar | North | 2.27 km |
| Purba Panchurasia | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Bijekhor | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Narayanpur | North | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daribhir
Public transport in the Daribhir is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gunjaria, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 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 Islampur to Daribhir is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Daribhir is about 76.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daribhir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daribhir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daribhir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daribhir 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 Daribhir
Where is Daribhir located?
Daribhir village is located in Islampur Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daribhir?
The Gram Panchayat of Daribhir is Panditpota-ii.
What is the pincode of Daribhir?
The pincode of Daribhir is 733202.
What is the population of Daribhir?
Daribhir has a total population of 2,127, including 1,108 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Daribhir?
There are 398 households in Daribhir.
What is the literacy rate in Daribhir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daribhir is 28.63%. Male literacy is 31.86% and female literacy is 25.12%.