Dashwar - Koraon, Prayagraj
Dashwar is a village situated in the Koraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Koraon and around 71 km from Allahabad. Daswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dashwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dashwar is 163743. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.08 hectares and falls under the 212104 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dashwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Allahabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dashwar
As per Census 2011, Dashwar village has a total population of 2,898 people, consisting of 1,501 males and 1,397 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,656 literate and 1,242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 882 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dashwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,898 | 1,501 | 1,397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 238 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 882 | 466 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 1,656 | 1,007 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,242 | 494 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Dashwar
Dashwar 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 Dashwar
Dashwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Allahabad to Dashwar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Dashwar is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dashwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dashwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dashwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dashwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dashwar
Where is Dashwar located?
Dashwar village is located in Koraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dashwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dashwar is Daswar.
What is the pincode of Dashwar?
The pincode of Dashwar is 212104.
What is the population of Dashwar?
Dashwar has a total population of 2,898, including 1,501 males and 1,397 females.
How many households are there in Dashwar?
There are 408 households in Dashwar.
What is the literacy rate in Dashwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dashwar is 57.14%. Male literacy is 67.09% and female literacy is 46.46%.