Dilona - Ramsanehighat, Bara Banki
Dilona is a village situated in the Ramsanehighat tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsanehighat and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Dilauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dilona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dilona is 165185. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.59 hectares and falls under the 225409 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dilona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dariyabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faizabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dilona
As per Census 2011, Dilona village has a total population of 2,016 people, consisting of 1,056 males and 960 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 1,006 illiterate residents. Additionally, 920 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dilona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,016 | 1,056 | 960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 173 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 920 | 495 | 425 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 662 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 394 | 612 |
Nearby Villages of Dilona
Dilona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagwan Pur | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Kashipur | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Bhenduwa Brahmanan | South | 1.18 km |
| Asena | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Barela Narainpur | West | 2.00 km |
| Dhunauli Thakuran | South | 2.06 km |
| Dharauli | East | 2.14 km |
| Bani Konder | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Kheoraj Pur | North | 2.53 km |
| Umarpur Raisaheb | North-West | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dilona
Dilona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Daryabad, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barabanki to Dilona is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Dilona is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dilona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dilona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dilona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dilona 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dilona
Where is Dilona located?
Dilona village is located in Ramsanehighat Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dilona?
The Gram Panchayat of Dilona is Dilauna.
What is the pincode of Dilona?
The pincode of Dilona is 225409.
What is the population of Dilona?
Dilona has a total population of 2,016, including 1,056 males and 960 females.
How many households are there in Dilona?
There are 390 households in Dilona.
What is the literacy rate in Dilona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dilona is 50.10%. Male literacy is 62.69% and female literacy is 36.25%.