Dhauha - Chunar, Mirzapur
Dhauha is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Dhauha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhauha is 212918. The village covers a total geographical area of 1651.38 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Chunar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dhauha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhauha
As per Census 2011, Dhauha village has a total population of 3,299 people, consisting of 1,748 males and 1,551 females. The village has 580 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 539 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,699 literate and 1,600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 624 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhauha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,299 | 1,748 | 1,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 539 | 282 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 327 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 1,699 | 1,054 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,600 | 694 | 906 |
Nearby Villages of Dhauha
Dhauha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijurahi | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Chormarawa | West | 2.55 km |
| Shivpur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Baherwa | South | 3.02 km |
| Nuaon | East | 3.14 km |
| Taktaiya | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Titwa | West | 3.43 km |
| Kusami | West | 3.67 km |
| Ruhelapur | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Gosaipur | North-West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhauha
Dhauha 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 Chunar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chunar to Dhauha is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Dhauha is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhauha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhauha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhauha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhauha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhauha
Where is Dhauha located?
Dhauha village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhauha?
Dhauha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhauha?
The pincode of Dhauha is 231304.
What is the population of Dhauha?
Dhauha has a total population of 3,299, including 1,748 males and 1,551 females.
How many households are there in Dhauha?
There are 580 households in Dhauha.
What is the literacy rate in Dhauha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhauha is 51.50%. Male literacy is 60.30% and female literacy is 41.59%.