Dhankhara Purwa - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Dhankhara Purwa is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Dhankharpur Hati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhankhara Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhankhara Purwa is 173777. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.99 hectares and falls under the 271206 pincode. Pachpedawa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dhankhara Purwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gainsari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhankhara Purwa
As per Census 2011, Dhankhara Purwa village has a total population of 1,766 people, consisting of 904 males and 862 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 899 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhankhara Purwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,766 | 904 | 862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 173 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 220 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 532 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 372 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Dhankhara Purwa
Dhankhara Purwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhekahri Khurd | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Bhagwanpur Khadar | South | 1.57 km |
| Dhekahari Buzurg | East | 1.77 km |
| Gobri | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Mahadewa Khurd | East | 2.23 km |
| Harnahwa Parsiya | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Sakaraura | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Sirsihwa | North | 2.46 km |
| Gaura Bhari | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Malda | South-West | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhankhara Purwa
Dhankhara Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Trilokpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 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 Pachpedawa to Dhankhara Purwa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Dhankhara Purwa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhankhara Purwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhankhara Purwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhankhara Purwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhankhara Purwa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhankhara Purwa
Where is Dhankhara Purwa located?
Dhankhara Purwa village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhankhara Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhankhara Purwa is Dhankharpur Hati.
What is the pincode of Dhankhara Purwa?
The pincode of Dhankhara Purwa is 271206.
What is the population of Dhankhara Purwa?
Dhankhara Purwa has a total population of 1,766, including 904 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Dhankhara Purwa?
There are 217 households in Dhankhara Purwa.
What is the literacy rate in Dhankhara Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhankhara Purwa is 49.09%. Male literacy is 58.85% and female literacy is 38.86%.