Dhekuwari - Rasra, Ballia
Dhekuwari is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Dhekuwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhekuwari is 198251. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.9 hectares and falls under the 221711 pincode.
Dhekuwari 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 Dhekuwari
As per Census 2011, Dhekuwari village has a total population of 1,824 people, consisting of 947 males and 877 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhekuwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,824 | 947 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 163 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 299 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 520 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 941 | 427 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Dhekuwari
Dhekuwari 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 Dhekuwari
Dhekuwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhekuwari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ballia to Dhekuwari is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhekuwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhekuwari 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 Dhekuwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhekuwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhekuwari
Where is Dhekuwari located?
Dhekuwari village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekuwari?
Dhekuwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhekuwari?
The pincode of Dhekuwari is 221711.
What is the population of Dhekuwari?
Dhekuwari has a total population of 1,824, including 947 males and 877 females.
How many households are there in Dhekuwari?
There are 287 households in Dhekuwari.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekuwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhekuwari is 48.41%. Male literacy is 54.91% and female literacy is 41.39%.