Dharavn - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Dharavn is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Dharavn village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharavn is 207051. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.71 hectares and falls under the 232105 pincode. Mugalsarai is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dharavn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharavn
As per Census 2011, Dharavn village has a total population of 4,766 people, consisting of 2,492 males and 2,274 females. The village has 688 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 709 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,132 literate and 1,634 illiterate residents. Additionally, 827 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharavn are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,766 | 2,492 | 2,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 709 | 375 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 451 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,132 | 1,814 | 1,318 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,634 | 678 | 956 |
Nearby Villages of Dharavn
Dharavn is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Phoolpur Urf Prasadpur | West | 1.16 km |
| Nidilpur | East | 1.49 km |
| Neknampur | North | 1.71 km |
| Karin | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Bairath | West | 2.04 km |
| Kakarahati | West | 2.16 km |
| Sewarih | South | 2.16 km |
| Virana | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Kisunpura | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Hududipur | South-West | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharavn
Public transport in the Dharavn is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Taraon, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mugalsarai to Dharavn is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Dharavn is about 20 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 Dharavn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharavn 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 Dharavn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharavn village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharavn
Where is Dharavn located?
Dharavn village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharavn?
Dharavn is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharavn?
The pincode of Dharavn is 232105.
What is the population of Dharavn?
Dharavn has a total population of 4,766, including 2,492 males and 2,274 females.
How many households are there in Dharavn?
There are 688 households in Dharavn.
What is the literacy rate in Dharavn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharavn is 65.72%. Male literacy is 72.79% and female literacy is 57.96%.