Didwan - Sawayajpur, Hardoi
Didwan is a village situated in the Sawayajpur tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawayajpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Parchauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didwan is 139823. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.89 hectares and falls under the 241402 pincode. Harpalpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Didwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawaijpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Didwan
According to the 2011 Census, Didwan village had a total population of 480 people, including 267 males and 213 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 798 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.17%, with male literacy at 46.89% and female literacy at 36.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 480 | 267 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 113 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 154 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Didwan
Didwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siya | West | 0.67 km |
| Nanduapur Narautha | North | 1.59 km |
| Surjanapur | South | 1.61 km |
| Mastapur | East | 1.83 km |
| Khutiya | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Bara Mau Sisala | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Kharuddinpur | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Dhania Mau | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Mahmadganj | West | 3.27 km |
| Kadhar | South-West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didwan
Didwan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Singhirampur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.3 km.
| 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 Harpalpur to Didwan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Didwan is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Didwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didwan 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 Didwan
Where is Didwan located?
Didwan village is located in Sawayajpur Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Didwan is Parchauli.
What is the pincode of Didwan?
The pincode of Didwan is 241402.
What is the population of Didwan?
Didwan had a total population of 480, including 267 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Didwan?
Didwan had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didwan was 42.17%. Male literacy was 46.89% and female literacy was 36.27%.