Dufedi - Harraiya, Basti
Dufedi is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Dukheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dufedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dufedi is 179141. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.06 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dufedi 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 Dufedi
As per Census 2011, Dufedi village has a total population of 910 people, consisting of 470 males and 440 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dufedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 910 | 470 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 85 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 321 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 149 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Dufedi
Dufedi 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 Dufedi
Public transport in the Dufedi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dufedi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Dufedi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dufedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dufedi 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 km |
Health Facilities in Dufedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dufedi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dufedi
Where is Dufedi located?
Dufedi village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dufedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dufedi is Dukheri.
What is the pincode of Dufedi?
The pincode of Dufedi is 272130.
What is the population of Dufedi?
Dufedi has a total population of 910, including 470 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Dufedi?
There are 138 households in Dufedi.
What is the literacy rate in Dufedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dufedi is 57.91%. Male literacy is 68.30% and female literacy is 46.82%.