Dandwa - Harraiya, Basti
Dandwa is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Ramapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandwa is 179235. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.8 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode.
Dandwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Dandwa
Dandwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pursottampur | North-West | 0.65 km |
| Sumahi | East | 0.82 km |
| Baluwa | South-West | 0.94 km |
| Atrohkhash | West | 1.02 km |
| Sikari | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Bagdih Kuwar | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Mashaua | North | 1.27 km |
| Radhepur | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Kihhah | East | 1.57 km |
| Santhva | North-West | 1.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandwa
Dandwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Dandwa is about 30 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 Dandwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dandwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dandwa
Where is Dandwa located?
Dandwa village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandwa is Ramapur.
What is the pincode of Dandwa?
The pincode of Dandwa is 272131.