Dhanaijot - Harraiya, Basti
Dhanaijot is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Laxmanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanaijot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanaijot is 179652. The village falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dhanaijot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanaijot
As per Census 2011, Dhanaijot village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 93 males and 136 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,462 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanaijot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 93 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 57 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 36 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanaijot
Dhanaijot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devekhar | South-West | 0.58 km |
| Tajpur | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Ambarpur | East | 0.86 km |
| Saraiya Atibak | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Laxamanpur | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Chuil Babu | South | 1.29 km |
| Jamuni Jot | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Baniya Jot | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Chuil Kaji | West | 1.71 km |
| Rayapur Bachooti | North | 1.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanaijot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dhanaijot. The nearest railway station is Ulna Bhari, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Dhanaijot is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Dhanaijot is about 35 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 Dhanaijot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanaijot 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 Dhanaijot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanaijot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhanaijot
Where is Dhanaijot located?
Dhanaijot village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanaijot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanaijot is Laxmanpur.
What is the pincode of Dhanaijot?
The pincode of Dhanaijot is 272131.
What is the population of Dhanaijot?
Dhanaijot has a total population of 229, including 93 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Dhanaijot?
There are 35 households in Dhanaijot.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanaijot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanaijot is 55.90%. Male literacy is 61.29% and female literacy is 52.21%.