Didkhora - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Didkhora is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Didkhora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didkhora is 200518. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.75 hectares and falls under the 222139 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Didkhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaunpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Didkhora
According to the 2011 Census, Didkhora village had a total population of 960 people, including 480 males and 480 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.31%, with male literacy at 84.14% and female literacy at 62.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 398.
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 | 960 | 480 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 188 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 329 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 151 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Didkhora
Didkhora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothi Tara | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Bisva Taluka Rudhauli | East | 1.15 km |
| Mominpur | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Nadauli | West | 1.31 km |
| Bisava Taalluka Tikri | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Kalapur | North | 1.64 km |
| Garothan | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Arjanpur | East | 1.99 km |
| Kotawaliya | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Maulaanipur | North-West | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didkhora
Public transport in the Didkhora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manikalan Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Didkhora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Didkhora is about 26 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 Didkhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didkhora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Didkhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didkhora 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Didkhora
Where is Didkhora located?
Didkhora village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didkhora?
Didkhora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Didkhora?
The pincode of Didkhora is 222139.
What is the population of Didkhora?
Didkhora had a total population of 960, including 480 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Didkhora?
Didkhora had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didkhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didkhora was 73.31%. Male literacy was 84.14% and female literacy was 62.90%.