Dhoos - Koraon, Prayagraj
Dhoos is a village situated in the Koraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Koraon and around 75 km from Allahabad. Jamua Dhus serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhoos village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhoos is 163717. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.19 hectares and falls under the 212306 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dhoos village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Dhoos
According to the 2011 Census, Dhoos village had a total population of 1,367 people, including 717 males and 650 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.97%, with male literacy at 66.14% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 647.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,367 | 717 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 147 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 647 | 340 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 377 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 340 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Dhoos
Dhoos 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 Dhoos
Dhoos is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Dhoos is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Dhoos is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhoos
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhoos village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhoos
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhoos 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 Dhoos
Where is Dhoos located?
Dhoos village is located in Koraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhoos?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhoos is Jamua Dhus.
What is the pincode of Dhoos?
The pincode of Dhoos is 212306.
What is the population of Dhoos?
Dhoos had a total population of 1,367, including 717 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Dhoos?
Dhoos had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhoos?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhoos was 56.97%. Male literacy was 66.14% and female literacy was 47.06%.