Dashwantpur - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Dashwantpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Dashwantpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dashwantpur is 164235. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 225304 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dashwantpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dashwantpur
As per Census 2011, Dashwantpur village has a total population of 2,542 people, consisting of 1,313 males and 1,229 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 663 literate and 1,879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dashwantpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,542 | 1,313 | 1,229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 203 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 663 | 413 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,879 | 900 | 979 |
Nearby Villages of Dashwantpur
Dashwantpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalpur Karauta | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Balloopur | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Kutalupur | East | 1.67 km |
| Raisenpur | North | 2.21 km |
| Kyontali | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Manjhari | West | 2.64 km |
| Harakka | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Gova | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Durgapur Naubasta | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Govamanjhara | South | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dashwantpur
Dashwantpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sundhiamau, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Dashwantpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Dashwantpur is about 52 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 Dashwantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dashwantpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dashwantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dashwantpur 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 Dashwantpur
Where is Dashwantpur located?
Dashwantpur village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dashwantpur?
Dashwantpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dashwantpur?
The pincode of Dashwantpur is 225304.
What is the population of Dashwantpur?
Dashwantpur has a total population of 2,542, including 1,313 males and 1,229 females.
How many households are there in Dashwantpur?
There are 469 households in Dashwantpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dashwantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dashwantpur is 26.08%. Male literacy is 31.45% and female literacy is 20.34%.