Dubha - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Dubha is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Dubha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dubha is 189662. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.63 hectares and falls under the 274407 pincode. Seorahi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dubha 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 Dubha
As per Census 2011, Dubha village has a total population of 2,536 people, consisting of 1,294 males and 1,242 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,120 literate and 1,416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dubha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,536 | 1,294 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 243 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 674 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,416 | 620 | 796 |
Nearby Villages of Dubha
Dubha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saraya Bujurg | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Hardiya | South | 1.28 km |
| Narainpur Raja | South | 1.63 km |
| Narainpur Araji | South | 1.81 km |
| Ghazipur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Laxmipur Buzurg | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Harpur | West | 2.20 km |
| Hauda | South | 2.30 km |
| Puraina Kateya | West | 2.37 km |
| Parasauni Buzurg | East | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dubha
Dubha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tamkuhi Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seorahi to Dubha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Dubha is about 40 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 Dubha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dubha 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 Dubha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dubha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dubha
Where is Dubha located?
Dubha village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dubha?
Dubha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dubha?
The pincode of Dubha is 274407.
What is the population of Dubha?
Dubha has a total population of 2,536, including 1,294 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Dubha?
There are 354 households in Dubha.
What is the literacy rate in Dubha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dubha is 44.16%. Male literacy is 52.09% and female literacy is 35.91%.