Dahav - Mahasi, Bahraich
Dahav is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahasi and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Dahawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahav village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahav is 171817. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.05 hectares and falls under the 271825 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dahav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahav
As per Census 2011, Dahav village has a total population of 2,518 people, consisting of 1,309 males and 1,209 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,184 literate and 1,334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,518 | 1,309 | 1,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 252 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 102 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 728 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 581 | 753 |
Nearby Villages of Dahav
Dahav 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bir Shahpur | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Ganiyapur | East | 1.63 km |
| Godawa | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Baundi Shukul | West | 1.93 km |
| Tajawapur | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Vilaspur | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Bhirwa | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Surjana | North | 2.54 km |
| Madara | East | 2.70 km |
| Chandanapu Sikaria | South-East | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahav
Dahav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahraich, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.6 km.
| 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 Bahraich to Dahav is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dahav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahav
Where is Dahav located?
Dahav village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahav?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahav is Dahawa.
What is the pincode of Dahav?
The pincode of Dahav is 271825.
What is the population of Dahav?
Dahav has a total population of 2,518, including 1,309 males and 1,209 females.
How many households are there in Dahav?
There are 473 households in Dahav.
What is the literacy rate in Dahav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahav is 47.02%. Male literacy is 55.61% and female literacy is 37.72%.