Dasmada - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Dasmada is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Dasmarha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dasmada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dasmada is 195151. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.01 hectares and falls under the 223225 pincode. Juanpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dasmada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dasmada
According to the 2011 Census, Dasmada village had a total population of 1,921 people, including 862 males and 1,059 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.16%, with male literacy at 80.64% and female literacy at 60.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 473.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 862 | 1,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 175 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 222 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 554 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 308 | 539 |
Transport and Connectivity of Dasmada
Dasmada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Juanpur to Dasmada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Dasmada is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dasmada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dasmada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dasmada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dasmada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dasmada
Where is Dasmada located?
Dasmada village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dasmada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dasmada is Dasmarha.
What is the pincode of Dasmada?
The pincode of Dasmada is 223225.
What is the population of Dasmada?
Dasmada had a total population of 1,921, including 862 males and 1,059 females.
How many households are there in Dasmada?
Dasmada had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dasmada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasmada was 69.16%. Male literacy was 80.64% and female literacy was 60.05%.