Dattapur - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Dattapur is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Dattapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dattapur is 194666. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.79 hectares and falls under the 223222 pincode. Jalalpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dattapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dattapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dattapur village had a total population of 1,171 people, including 593 males and 578 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.10%, with male literacy at 88.53% and female literacy at 69.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 216, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,171 | 593 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 115 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 463 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 130 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Dattapur
Dattapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Gulara | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Chak Mak Sudan | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Saudma | South | 0.97 km |
| Mittupur | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Dawan Para | West | 1.33 km |
| Chak Thaneswar | South | 1.61 km |
| Dashnaval | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Rampur Khalis | East | 1.84 km |
| Baliepur | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Kalafatpur | South | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dattapur
Public transport in the Dattapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tulsi Nagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalalpur to Dattapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Dattapur is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dattapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dattapur 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 Dattapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dattapur 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 Dattapur
Where is Dattapur located?
Dattapur village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dattapur?
Dattapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dattapur?
The pincode of Dattapur is 223222.
What is the population of Dattapur?
Dattapur had a total population of 1,171, including 593 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Dattapur?
Dattapur had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dattapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dattapur was 79.10%. Male literacy was 88.53% and female literacy was 69.62%.