Derhgawan - Zamania, Ghazipur
Derhgawan is a village situated in the Zamania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zamania and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Derhgawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derhgawan is 206628. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.77 hectares and falls under the 232328 pincode.
Derhgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Derhgawan
As per Census 2011, Derhgawan village has a total population of 4,147 people, consisting of 2,206 males and 1,941 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 573 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,740 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 667 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Derhgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,147 | 2,206 | 1,941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 330 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 667 | 365 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 2,740 | 1,604 | 1,136 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 602 | 805 |
Nearby Villages of Derhgawan
Derhgawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakari | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Udhranpur | South | 1.86 km |
| Chak Khan Mohammad | East | 1.96 km |
| Gaura | North | 1.96 km |
| Budadeeh | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Baraura | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Suhwal | West | 2.45 km |
| Dalpatpur T Reotipur | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Chak Paran | South | 2.70 km |
| Jagopur | South-East | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Derhgawan
Derhgawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tarighat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Derhgawan is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derhgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derhgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Derhgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derhgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Derhgawan
Where is Derhgawan located?
Derhgawan village is located in Zamania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derhgawan?
Derhgawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Derhgawan?
The pincode of Derhgawan is 232328.
What is the population of Derhgawan?
Derhgawan has a total population of 4,147, including 2,206 males and 1,941 females.
How many households are there in Derhgawan?
There are 616 households in Derhgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Derhgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derhgawan is 66.07%. Male literacy is 72.71% and female literacy is 58.53%.