Dhekawar - Ballia
Dhekawar is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kachabachia Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhekawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhekawar is 198668. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.05 hectares and falls under the 277304 pincode.
Dhekawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhekawar
As per Census 2011, Dhekawar village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 292 males and 317 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhekawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 292 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 25 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 235 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 57 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Dhekawar
Dhekawar 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 Dhekawar
Dhekawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ballia to Dhekawar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhekawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhekawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhekawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhekawar 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 Dhekawar
Where is Dhekawar located?
Dhekawar village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekawar is Kachabachia Kalan.
What is the pincode of Dhekawar?
The pincode of Dhekawar is 277304.
What is the population of Dhekawar?
Dhekawar has a total population of 609, including 292 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Dhekawar?
There are 82 households in Dhekawar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhekawar is 60.26%. Male literacy is 80.48% and female literacy is 41.64%.