Dandwa - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Dandwa is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Dashwatpur Itahiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandwa is 167625. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.26 hectares and falls under the 224137 pincode. Atrauliya is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dandwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Dandwa
Dandwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jainpur | North-West | 0.51 km |
| Saidaulee | North-East | 0.52 km |
| Kamhariya | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Sultanpur Tappa Haweli | North-East | 0.86 km |
| Deswatpur Etahiya | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Majha Sultanpur Tappa Haweli | East | 1.28 km |
| Madainiya | South | 1.31 km |
| Chandipur Kala | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Baidauli | West | 1.70 km |
| Itaura Dholipur | South-East | 1.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandwa
Dandwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khorason Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauliya to Dandwa is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Dandwa is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dandwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dandwa
Where is Dandwa located?
Dandwa village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandwa is Dashwatpur Itahiya.
What is the pincode of Dandwa?
The pincode of Dandwa is 224137.