Dhuska - Zamania, Ghazipur
Dhuska is a village situated in the Zamania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zamania and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Dhuska village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuska is 206578. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.02 hectares and falls under the 232331 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town.
Dhuska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zamania Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuska
As per Census 2011, Dhuska village has a total population of 2,349 people, consisting of 1,221 males and 1,128 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,483 literate and 866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 834 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,349 | 1,221 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 202 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 834 | 449 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,483 | 858 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 363 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuska
Dhuska 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisun Baksot | West | 1.04 km |
| Toroiya | South | 1.10 km |
| Daudpur T. Gaighat | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Imlia | East | 1.37 km |
| Jatampur Urf Nizampur | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Jangalchhera Imlia | East | 1.83 km |
| Baksot | West | 1.87 km |
| Asaichandpur | North | 2.01 km |
| Sarai | South | 2.09 km |
| Husainpur Urf Husangpur | North-East | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhuska
Dhuska is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Zamania, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Dhuska is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhuska
Where is Dhuska located?
Dhuska village is located in Zamania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuska?
Dhuska is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhuska?
The pincode of Dhuska is 232331.
What is the population of Dhuska?
Dhuska has a total population of 2,349, including 1,221 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Dhuska?
There are 317 households in Dhuska.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuska is 63.13%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 55.41%.