Dherhan - Koraon, Prayagraj
Dherhan is a village situated in the Koraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Koraon and around 60 km from Allahabad. Derhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dherhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dherhan is 163540. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.48 hectares and falls under the 212106 pincode.
Dherhan 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 Dherhan
As per Census 2011, Dherhan village has a total population of 2,072 people, consisting of 1,045 males and 1,027 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,099 literate and 973 illiterate residents. Additionally, 473 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dherhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,072 | 1,045 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 172 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 234 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,099 | 681 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 973 | 364 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Dherhan
Dherhan 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 Dherhan
Dherhan 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 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 Allahabad to Dherhan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dherhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dherhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dherhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dherhan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dherhan
Where is Dherhan located?
Dherhan village is located in Koraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dherhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dherhan is Derhan.
What is the pincode of Dherhan?
The pincode of Dherhan is 212106.
What is the population of Dherhan?
Dherhan has a total population of 2,072, including 1,045 males and 1,027 females.
How many households are there in Dherhan?
There are 312 households in Dherhan.
What is the literacy rate in Dherhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dherhan is 53.04%. Male literacy is 65.17% and female literacy is 40.70%.