Dehri - Rasra, Ballia
Dehri is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Dehri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehri is 198426. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.95 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode.
Dehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehri
As per Census 2011, Dehri village has a total population of 5,402 people, consisting of 2,842 males and 2,560 females. The village has 876 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 813 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,065 literate and 2,337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,567 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,402 | 2,842 | 2,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 813 | 451 | 362 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,567 | 808 | 759 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,065 | 1,830 | 1,235 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,337 | 1,012 | 1,325 |
Nearby Villages of Dehri
Dehri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakri | North | 1.63 km |
| Firozpur | South | 1.67 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Gourpura | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Sakhuapur | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Lohawar | South | 2.23 km |
| Kotwari | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Nagpur | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Kesruya | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Savrupur | West | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dehri
Dehri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rasra, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Dehri is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehri 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 Dehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehri 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 Dehri
Where is Dehri located?
Dehri village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehri?
Dehri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehri?
The pincode of Dehri is 221712.
What is the population of Dehri?
Dehri has a total population of 5,402, including 2,842 males and 2,560 females.
How many households are there in Dehri?
There are 876 households in Dehri.
What is the literacy rate in Dehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehri is 56.74%. Male literacy is 64.39% and female literacy is 48.24%.