Dhuriadih - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Dhuriadih is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Babhnauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuriadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuriadih is 187407. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.97 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode.
Dhuriadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuriadih
According to the 2011 Census, Dhuriadih village had a total population of 695 people, including 349 males and 346 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.83%, with male literacy at 75.91% and female literacy at 57.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 695 | 349 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 230 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 119 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuriadih
Dhuriadih 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 Dhuriadih
Dhuriadih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Dhuriadih is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuriadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuriadih 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 Dhuriadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuriadih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhuriadih
Where is Dhuriadih located?
Dhuriadih village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuriadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuriadih is Babhnauli.
What is the pincode of Dhuriadih?
The pincode of Dhuriadih is 273211.
What is the population of Dhuriadih?
Dhuriadih had a total population of 695, including 349 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Dhuriadih?
Dhuriadih had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuriadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuriadih was 66.83%. Male literacy was 75.91% and female literacy was 57.76%.