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
According to the 2011 Census, Dhosarh village had a total population of 1,342 people, including 631 males and 711 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.76%, with male literacy at 74.84% and female literacy at 56.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 229.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 631 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 150 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 105 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,342, including 631 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Dhosarh?
Dhosarh had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhosarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhosarh was 64.76%. Male literacy was 74.84% and female literacy was 56.48%.