Direhun - Chakia, Chandauli
Direhun is a village situated in the Chakia tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakia and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Direhun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Direhun is 208073. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.06 hectares and falls under the 232103 pincode.
Direhun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Direhun
As per Census 2011, Direhun village has a total population of 2,476 people, consisting of 1,280 males and 1,196 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,414 literate and 1,062 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Direhun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,476 | 1,280 | 1,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 217 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 253 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 1,414 | 832 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,062 | 448 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Direhun
Direhun 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 Direhun
Direhun 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chandauli to Direhun is about 30 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 Direhun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Direhun 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Direhun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Direhun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Direhun
Where is Direhun located?
Direhun village is located in Chakia Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Direhun?
Direhun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Direhun?
The pincode of Direhun is 232103.
What is the population of Direhun?
Direhun has a total population of 2,476, including 1,280 males and 1,196 females.
How many households are there in Direhun?
There are 388 households in Direhun.
What is the literacy rate in Direhun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Direhun is 57.11%. Male literacy is 65.00% and female literacy is 48.66%.