Dhosarh - Bhanpur, Basti
Dhosarh is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Ghosarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhosarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhosarh is 178564. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.04 hectares and falls under the 272195 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dhosarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhosarh
As per Census 2011, Dhosarh village has a total population of 1,342 people, consisting of 631 males and 711 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 691 literate and 651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhosarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 631 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 150 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 105 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 360 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 271 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Dhosarh
Dhosarh 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 Dhosarh
Dhosarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Dhosarh is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Dhosarh is about 37 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 Dhosarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhosarh 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 Dhosarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhosarh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhosarh
Where is Dhosarh located?
Dhosarh village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhosarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhosarh is Ghosarh.
What is the pincode of Dhosarh?
The pincode of Dhosarh is 272195.
What is the population of Dhosarh?
Dhosarh has a total population of 1,342, including 631 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Dhosarh?
There are 204 households in Dhosarh.
What is the literacy rate in Dhosarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhosarh is 51.49%. Male literacy is 57.05% and female literacy is 46.55%.