Dikshitpur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Dikshitpur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Dixitpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dikshitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dikshitpur is 212581. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 231305 pincode.
Dikshitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Dikshitpur
As per Census 2011, Dikshitpur village has a total population of 2,338 people, consisting of 1,207 males and 1,131 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,633 literate and 705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 639 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dikshitpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,338 | 1,207 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 160 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 332 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,633 | 937 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 270 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Dikshitpur
Dikshitpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ruhelpur | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Shivrajpur | South | 1.47 km |
| Sahaspura | North | 1.57 km |
| Phattepur | East | 1.58 km |
| Pachewara | West | 1.69 km |
| Naugaraha | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Kailahat | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Belwari | East | 1.92 km |
| Pratap Pur | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Kashipur | North | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dikshitpur
Dikshitpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kailahat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dikshitpur is about 42 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 Dikshitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dikshitpur 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 Dikshitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dikshitpur 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 Dikshitpur
Where is Dikshitpur located?
Dikshitpur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dikshitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dikshitpur is Dixitpur.
What is the pincode of Dikshitpur?
The pincode of Dikshitpur is 231305.
What is the population of Dikshitpur?
Dikshitpur has a total population of 2,338, including 1,207 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Dikshitpur?
There are 393 households in Dikshitpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dikshitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dikshitpur is 69.85%. Male literacy is 77.63% and female literacy is 61.54%.