Derhawana - Chunar, Mirzapur
Derhawana is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Dedhauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Derhawana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derhawana is 212690. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.25 hectares and falls under the 231302 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Derhawana 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 Derhawana
According to the 2011 Census, Derhawana village had a total population of 1,865 people, including 1,003 males and 862 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.94%, with male literacy at 83.22% and female literacy at 58.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,865 | 1,003 | 862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 127 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,169 | 729 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 274 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Derhawana
Derhawana 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 Derhawana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Derhawana. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Derhawana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Derhawana is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Derhawana is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derhawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derhawana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Derhawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derhawana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Derhawana
Where is Derhawana located?
Derhawana village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Derhawana?
The Gram Panchayat of Derhawana is Dedhauna.
What is the pincode of Derhawana?
The pincode of Derhawana is 231302.
What is the population of Derhawana?
Derhawana had a total population of 1,865, including 1,003 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Derhawana?
Derhawana had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derhawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derhawana was 71.94%. Male literacy was 83.22% and female literacy was 58.74%.