Dhanikpur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Dhanikpur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Kinnupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanikpur is 167551. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.41 hectares and falls under the 224155 pincode. Ashrafpurkichhauchha is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhanikpur 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.
Population of Dhanikpur
As per Census 2011, Dhanikpur village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 141 males and 139 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanikpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 141 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 88 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 104 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 37 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanikpur
Dhanikpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanikpur
Dhanikpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashrafpurkichhauchha to Dhanikpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Dhanikpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanikpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanikpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanikpur
Where is Dhanikpur located?
Dhanikpur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanikpur is Kinnupur.
What is the pincode of Dhanikpur?
The pincode of Dhanikpur is 224155.
What is the population of Dhanikpur?
Dhanikpur has a total population of 280, including 141 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Dhanikpur?
There are 51 households in Dhanikpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanikpur is 65.00%. Male literacy is 73.76% and female literacy is 56.12%.