Dasrathpur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Dasrathpur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Bhala Buzurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dasrathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dasrathpur is 203893. The village covers a total geographical area of 755.4 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dasrathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dasrathpur
As per Census 2011, Dasrathpur village has a total population of 362 people, consisting of 193 males and 169 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dasrathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 193 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 128 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 65 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Dasrathpur
Dasrathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatimpur | North-East | 0.62 km |
| Higanpur | South | 0.68 km |
| Radhapur | North-West | 0.86 km |
| Kadipur Katghar | West | 0.87 km |
| Bhala Buzurg | East | 1.31 km |
| Mahan | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Husanpur | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Bewda | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Mala Khurd | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Nadepur | South-East | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dasrathpur
Dasrathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sadat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Dasrathpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Dasrathpur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dasrathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dasrathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dasrathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dasrathpur 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 Dasrathpur
Where is Dasrathpur located?
Dasrathpur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dasrathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dasrathpur is Bhala Buzurg.
What is the pincode of Dasrathpur?
The pincode of Dasrathpur is 275204.
What is the population of Dasrathpur?
Dasrathpur has a total population of 362, including 193 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Dasrathpur?
There are 58 households in Dasrathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dasrathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasrathpur is 58.29%. Male literacy is 66.32% and female literacy is 49.11%.