Definition
Dariyapur is a rural settlement classified as a village in the Nalanda district of the Indian state of Bihar.
Overview
Dariyapur lies within the administrative jurisdiction of Nalanda district, which is part of the Patna division. The village is governed locally by a Gram Panchayat, the basic unit of rural self‑government in India. Like many villages in the region, its economy is predominantly based on agriculture, with cultivation of staple crops such as rice, wheat, and pulses. Basic infrastructure typically includes a primary school, a local health sub‑centre, and connectivity to nearby towns via district roads. Specific data on the village’s population, area, and literacy rates are not readily available from publicly accessible sources; the most recent comprehensive figures would be those collected in the 2011 Census of India, but detailed results for Dariyapur have not been verified.
Etymology/Origin
The name “Dariyapur” appears to be a compound of the Hindi word dariya (meaning “river”) and the suffix ‑pur (derived from Sanskrit, denoting a settlement or town). This suggests a historical association with a nearby watercourse, though precise confirmation of the etymology for this particular village is not documented in authoritative references.
Characteristics
- Administrative status: Village within a Gram Panchayat, part of a Block (tehsil) in Nalanda district.
- Economy: Predominantly agrarian, with small‑scale livestock rearing.
- Demographics: Accurate information on total population, gender ratio, and literacy rates is not confirmed.
- Infrastructure: Typically includes a primary education facility, a community health sub‑centre, and road links to larger market towns; specific details for Dariyapur are not verified.
Related Topics
- Nalanda district, Bihar
- Rural administration in India (Gram Panchayat system)
- Agriculture in Bihar
- List of villages in Nalanda district
Note: Precise statistical and historical data for Dariyapur, Nalanda are limited in publicly available encyclopedic sources. Consequently, several details remain unconfirmed.