Dawa - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Dawa is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Dawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dawa is 203479. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.2 hectares and falls under the 275205 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 320 km away.
Dawa 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 Dawa
As per Census 2011, Dawa village has a total population of 3,057 people, consisting of 1,573 males and 1,484 females. The village has 445 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,947 literate and 1,110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,057 | 1,573 | 1,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 260 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 118 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,947 | 1,099 | 848 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,110 | 474 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Dawa
Dawa 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 Dawa
Dawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Dawa.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Dawa is about 320 km, with a usual travel time of around ~9.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Dawa 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 Dawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dawa
Where is Dawa located?
Dawa village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dawa?
Dawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dawa?
The pincode of Dawa is 275205.
What is the population of Dawa?
Dawa has a total population of 3,057, including 1,573 males and 1,484 females.
How many households are there in Dawa?
There are 445 households in Dawa.
What is the literacy rate in Dawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawa is 63.69%. Male literacy is 69.87% and female literacy is 57.14%.