Doawanha - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Doawanha is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Doawanha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doawanha is 189679. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.61 hectares and falls under the 274409 pincode.
Doawanha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tamkuhi raj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doawanha
As per Census 2011, Doawanha village has a total population of 3,584 people, consisting of 1,831 males and 1,753 females. The village has 637 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,049 literate and 1,535 illiterate residents. Additionally, 574 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doawanha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,584 | 1,831 | 1,753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 323 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 293 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,049 | 1,248 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,535 | 583 | 952 |
Nearby Villages of Doawanha
Doawanha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banaraha Purab Patti | North | 1.10 km |
| Arazitalvant Ray | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Ahirauli Mishra | West | 1.22 km |
| Ahirauli Raja | West | 1.34 km |
| Kataura | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Gadai Patti | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Ahirauli Hanuman Singh | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Pakriyarpurab Patti | North | 1.86 km |
| Sumahi Santpatti | East | 1.98 km |
| Sumahi Mohan Singh | East | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doawanha
Doawanha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tamkuhi Road, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kushinagar to Doawanha is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doawanha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doawanha 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 Doawanha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doawanha 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 Doawanha
Where is Doawanha located?
Doawanha village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doawanha?
Doawanha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doawanha?
The pincode of Doawanha is 274409.
What is the population of Doawanha?
Doawanha has a total population of 3,584, including 1,831 males and 1,753 females.
How many households are there in Doawanha?
There are 637 households in Doawanha.
What is the literacy rate in Doawanha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doawanha is 57.17%. Male literacy is 68.16% and female literacy is 45.69%.