Dahewa - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Dahewa is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Dahew serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahewa is 201096. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.54 hectares and falls under the 222201 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dahewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahewa
According to the 2011 Census, Dahewa village had a total population of 1,275 people, including 654 males and 621 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.57%, with male literacy at 90.39% and female literacy at 64.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 344.
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 | 1,275 | 654 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 92 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 174 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 508 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 146 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Dahewa
Dahewa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhimiyah | East | 0.86 km |
| Baraih | South | 0.89 km |
| Faridabad | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Kutubpur | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Chainpur | West | 1.49 km |
| Kargail | North | 1.50 km |
| Padumpur | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Arowan | South | 1.87 km |
| Purabeni | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Alampur | North | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahewa
Dahewa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badshahpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machhlishahr to Dahewa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Dahewa is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahewa 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 Dahewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahewa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dahewa
Where is Dahewa located?
Dahewa village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahewa is Dahew.
What is the pincode of Dahewa?
The pincode of Dahewa is 222201.
What is the population of Dahewa?
Dahewa had a total population of 1,275, including 654 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Dahewa?
Dahewa had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahewa was 77.57%. Male literacy was 90.39% and female literacy was 64.42%.