Dan - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Dan is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Dan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dan is 201021. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.78 hectares and falls under the 222202 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dan 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 Dan
As per Census 2011, Dan village has a total population of 1,890 people, consisting of 945 males and 945 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,095 literate and 795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 929 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,890 | 945 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 129 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 929 | 475 | 454 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,095 | 666 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 279 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Dan
Dan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Handawar | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Pura Pratap Shah | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Samargunji | North | 1.71 km |
| Saidani | East | 1.73 km |
| Rampur Dan | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Dompur Khas | North | 1.94 km |
| Bermanwa | East | 2.28 km |
| Karnauli | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Rohiyawan | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Jogipur Matiyahi | North-East | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dan
Dan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Suwansa, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jaunpur to Dan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Dan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dan
Where is Dan located?
Dan village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dan?
Dan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dan?
The pincode of Dan is 222202.
What is the population of Dan?
Dan has a total population of 1,890, including 945 males and 945 females.
How many households are there in Dan?
There are 291 households in Dan.
What is the literacy rate in Dan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dan is 57.94%. Male literacy is 70.48% and female literacy is 45.40%.