Dandwa Kalan - Rudhauli, Basti
Dandwa Kalan is a village situated in the Rudhauli tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rudhauli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Chand Chaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandwa Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandwa Kalan is 181756. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.47 hectares and falls under the 272126 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dandwa Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandwa Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dandwa Kalan village had a total population of 450 people, including 227 males and 223 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.32%, with male literacy at 88.32% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 450 | 227 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 174 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 53 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Dandwa Kalan
Dandwa Kalan 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 Dandwa Kalan
Dandwa Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dandwa Kalan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandwa Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandwa Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandwa Kalan
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 Kalan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dandwa Kalan
Where is Dandwa Kalan located?
Dandwa Kalan village is located in Rudhauli Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandwa Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandwa Kalan is Chand Chaura.
What is the pincode of Dandwa Kalan?
The pincode of Dandwa Kalan is 272126.
What is the population of Dandwa Kalan?
Dandwa Kalan had a total population of 450, including 227 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Dandwa Kalan?
Dandwa Kalan had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandwa Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandwa Kalan was 73.32%. Male literacy was 88.32% and female literacy was 58.82%.