Dawak - Chunar, Mirzapur
Dawak is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Dawak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dawak is 212729. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 231302 pincode.
Dawak 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 Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dawak
According to the 2011 Census, Dawak village had a total population of 4,604 people, including 2,370 males and 2,234 females, living in 771 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.87%, with male literacy at 75.63% and female literacy at 59.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 605.
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 | 4,604 | 2,370 | 2,234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 732 | 388 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 301 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,628 | 1,499 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,976 | 871 | 1,105 |
Nearby Villages of Dawak
Dawak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gorakhi | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Gandhupur | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Araji Benipur | West | 1.43 km |
| Araji Tarkhari | West | 1.53 km |
| Araji Pasahi | South | 1.77 km |
| Araji Kandhi | West | 1.84 km |
| Yusufpur | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Baburi | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Sawaiya | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Nagai | South | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dawak
Dawak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ganj Khawaja, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 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 Mirzapur to Dawak is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dawak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dawak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dawak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dawak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dawak
Where is Dawak located?
Dawak village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dawak?
Dawak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dawak?
The pincode of Dawak is 231302.
What is the population of Dawak?
Dawak had a total population of 4,604, including 2,370 males and 2,234 females.
How many households are there in Dawak?
Dawak had 771 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dawak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawak was 67.87%. Male literacy was 75.63% and female literacy was 59.74%.