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
As per Census 2011, Dasmada village has a total population of 1,921 people, consisting of 862 males and 1,059 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 1,228 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,074 literate and 847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 473 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dasmada are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,921, including 862 males and 1,059 females.
How many households are there in Dasmada?
There are 293 households in Dasmada.
What is the literacy rate in Dasmada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasmada is 55.91%. Male literacy is 64.27% and female literacy is 49.10%.