Dohara - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Dohara is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Hardashpur Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dohara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dohara is 203488. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.55 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode.
Dohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Dohara
According to the 2011 Census, Dohara village had a total population of 849 people, including 459 males and 390 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.31%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 56.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 849 | 459 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 334 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 125 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Dohara
Dohara 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 Dohara
Dohara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dohara.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Dohara is about 32 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 Dohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dohara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dohara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dohara
Where is Dohara located?
Dohara village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dohara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dohara is Hardashpur Kala.
What is the pincode of Dohara?
The pincode of Dohara is 275202.
What is the population of Dohara?
Dohara had a total population of 849, including 459 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Dohara?
Dohara had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dohara was 71.31%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 56.12%.