Dhuranpur - Harraiya, Basti
Dhuranpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Ghooranpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuranpur is 179005. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.76 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhuranpur 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 Dhuranpur
As per Census 2011, Dhuranpur village has a total population of 986 people, consisting of 500 males and 486 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 651 literate and 335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuranpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 | 500 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 91 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 361 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 139 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuranpur
Dhuranpur 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 Dhuranpur
Dhuranpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhuranpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Dhuranpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Dhuranpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuranpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuranpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhuranpur
Where is Dhuranpur located?
Dhuranpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuranpur is Ghooranpur.
What is the pincode of Dhuranpur?
The pincode of Dhuranpur is 272131.
What is the population of Dhuranpur?
Dhuranpur has a total population of 986, including 500 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Dhuranpur?
There are 106 households in Dhuranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuranpur is 66.02%. Male literacy is 72.20% and female literacy is 59.67%.