Dehama - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Dehama is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Dehama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehama is 205678. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.71 hectares and falls under the 233228 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dehama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zahoorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehama
As per Census 2011, Dehama village has a total population of 1,854 people, consisting of 950 males and 904 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 924 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,854 | 950 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 153 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 227 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 592 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 924 | 358 | 566 |
Nearby Villages of Dehama
Dehama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pahdaria | North-East | 0.78 km |
| Hasanpura | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Paharipur | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Bhat Sarai | East | 1.58 km |
| Pahpatti Sikam | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Tajpur | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Bheria Usar | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Narainpur | East | 1.67 km |
| Mahamudpur | West | 1.75 km |
| Kaji Chak | East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dehama
Dehama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tajpur Dehma, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Dehama is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Dehama is about 45 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 Dehama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehama 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 Dehama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehama 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 Dehama
Where is Dehama located?
Dehama village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehama?
Dehama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehama?
The pincode of Dehama is 233228.
What is the population of Dehama?
Dehama has a total population of 1,854, including 950 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Dehama?
There are 340 households in Dehama.
What is the literacy rate in Dehama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehama is 50.16%. Male literacy is 62.32% and female literacy is 37.39%.