Doohi - Chakia, Chandauli
Doohi 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 29 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Doohi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doohi is 208062. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.06 hectares and falls under the 232103 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Doohi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Doohi
According to the 2011 Census, Doohi village had a total population of 860 people, including 438 males and 422 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.09%, with male literacy at 74.50% and female literacy at 51.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 852.
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 | 860 | 438 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 433 | 419 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 263 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 175 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Doohi
Doohi 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 Doohi
Doohi 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 NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Doohi is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Doohi is about 29 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 Doohi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doohi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Doohi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doohi 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 Doohi
Where is Doohi located?
Doohi village is located in Chakia Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doohi?
Doohi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doohi?
The pincode of Doohi is 232103.
What is the population of Doohi?
Doohi had a total population of 860, including 438 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Doohi?
Doohi had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doohi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doohi was 63.09%. Male literacy was 74.50% and female literacy was 51.45%.