Dafalpura - Belthara Road, Ballia
Dafalpura is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Dafalpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dafalpura is 197780. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.18 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode. Bilthara Road is the nearest town.
Dafalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dafalpura
As per Census 2011, Dafalpura village has a total population of 1,231 people, consisting of 619 males and 612 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 861 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dafalpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,231 | 619 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 199 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 484 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 135 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Dafalpura
Dafalpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohta Pachdaura | North | 0.81 km |
| Pachma | West | 1.18 km |
| Goura T. Bhimpura | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Patoi | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Goppur Gobri | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Govindpur Dugauli | North | 1.77 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Kalwari | South | 2.10 km |
| Kalyanpur | East | 2.11 km |
| Majhooa T.amawe | South-West | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dafalpura
Dafalpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Dafalpura is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dafalpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dafalpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dafalpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dafalpura 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 Dafalpura
Where is Dafalpura located?
Dafalpura village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dafalpura?
Dafalpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dafalpura?
The pincode of Dafalpura is 221716.
What is the population of Dafalpura?
Dafalpura has a total population of 1,231, including 619 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Dafalpura?
There are 179 households in Dafalpura.
What is the literacy rate in Dafalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dafalpura is 69.94%. Male literacy is 78.19% and female literacy is 61.60%.