Dohawa - Harraiya, Basti
Dohawa is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Duhwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dohawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dohawa is 179309. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.4 hectares and falls under the 272163 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dohawa 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.
Population of Dohawa
As per Census 2011, Dohawa village has a total population of 928 people, consisting of 496 males and 432 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dohawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 | 496 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 91 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 60 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 288 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 208 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Dohawa
Dohawa 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 Dohawa
Dohawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dohawa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Dohawa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Dohawa is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dohawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dohawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dohawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dohawa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dohawa
Where is Dohawa located?
Dohawa village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dohawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dohawa is Duhwa.
What is the pincode of Dohawa?
The pincode of Dohawa is 272163.
What is the population of Dohawa?
Dohawa has a total population of 928, including 496 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Dohawa?
There are 132 households in Dohawa.
What is the literacy rate in Dohawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dohawa is 50.11%. Male literacy is 58.06% and female literacy is 40.97%.