Dehari - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Dehari is a village situated in the Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kerakat and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Dehari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehari is 203208. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.62 hectares and falls under the 222142 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dehari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kerakat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehari
As per Census 2011, Dehari village has a total population of 4,601 people, consisting of 2,270 males and 2,331 females. The village has 600 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 848 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,690 literate and 1,911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,601 | 2,270 | 2,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 848 | 442 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,789 | 904 | 885 |
| Literate Population | 2,690 | 1,498 | 1,192 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,911 | 772 | 1,139 |
Nearby Villages of Dehari
Dehari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deruwana | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Chakkubara | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Banjarepur | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Sarki | East | 1.79 km |
| Suratpur | North | 1.87 km |
| Belhari | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Murki | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Akbarpur | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Nadauli | South | 2.32 km |
| Parmanandpur | West | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dehari
Dehari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirakat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jaunpur to Dehari is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Dehari is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dehari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehari 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 Dehari
Where is Dehari located?
Dehari village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehari?
Dehari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehari?
The pincode of Dehari is 222142.
What is the population of Dehari?
Dehari has a total population of 4,601, including 2,270 males and 2,331 females.
How many households are there in Dehari?
There are 600 households in Dehari.
What is the literacy rate in Dehari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehari is 58.47%. Male literacy is 65.99% and female literacy is 51.14%.