Dhirauli Lachan - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Dhirauli Lachan is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Sultanpur Ghughuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhirauli Lachan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhirauli Lachan is 200429. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.5 hectares and falls under the 223103 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhirauli Lachan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhirauli Lachan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhirauli Lachan village had a total population of 808 people, including 402 males and 406 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.32%, with male literacy at 79.57% and female literacy at 53.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 311.
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 | 808 | 402 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 155 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 261 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 141 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Dhirauli Lachan
Dhirauli Lachan 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 Dhirauli Lachan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhirauli Lachan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Dhirauli Lachan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Dhirauli Lachan is about 54 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 Dhirauli Lachan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhirauli Lachan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhirauli Lachan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhirauli Lachan 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 Dhirauli Lachan
Where is Dhirauli Lachan located?
Dhirauli Lachan village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhirauli Lachan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhirauli Lachan is Sultanpur Ghughuri.
What is the pincode of Dhirauli Lachan?
The pincode of Dhirauli Lachan is 223103.
What is the population of Dhirauli Lachan?
Dhirauli Lachan had a total population of 808, including 402 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Dhirauli Lachan?
Dhirauli Lachan had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhirauli Lachan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhirauli Lachan was 66.32%. Male literacy was 79.57% and female literacy was 53.41%.