Dhingwas - Lalganj, Pratapgarh
Dhingwas is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Dhingwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhingwas is 157951. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.86 hectares and falls under the 230128 pincode.
Dhingwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhingwas
As per Census 2011, Dhingwas village has a total population of 5,991 people, consisting of 2,895 males and 3,096 females. The village has 941 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 926 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,470 literate and 2,521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhingwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,991 | 2,895 | 3,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 926 | 440 | 486 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,274 | 595 | 679 |
| Literate Population | 3,470 | 1,981 | 1,489 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,521 | 914 | 1,607 |
Nearby Villages of Dhingwas
Dhingwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gangaram | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Pure Gajai | West | 1.98 km |
| Pure Hiranand | North | 2.01 km |
| Purewan | West | 2.10 km |
| Kazipur | West | 2.21 km |
| Dhigausi | East | 2.21 km |
| Pure Birbal | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Nariyawan | South | 2.83 km |
| Kambhit | North | 3.01 km |
| Kandhapur | West | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhingwas
Dhingwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhadri, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pratapgarh to Dhingwas is about 35 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 Dhingwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhingwas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhingwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhingwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhingwas
Where is Dhingwas located?
Dhingwas village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhingwas?
Dhingwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhingwas?
The pincode of Dhingwas is 230128.
What is the population of Dhingwas?
Dhingwas has a total population of 5,991, including 2,895 males and 3,096 females.
How many households are there in Dhingwas?
There are 941 households in Dhingwas.
What is the literacy rate in Dhingwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhingwas is 57.92%. Male literacy is 68.43% and female literacy is 48.09%.