Dandoopur - Soraon, Prayagraj
Dandoopur is a village situated in the Soraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1.5 km from Sorano and around 23 km from Allahabad. Dandoopur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandoopur is 161089. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.13 hectares and falls under the 211013 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dandoopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Phulpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandoopur
As per Census 2011, Dandoopur village has a total population of 1,951 people, consisting of 985 males and 966 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,132 literate and 819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,074 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandoopur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 985 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 139 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,074 | 540 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 1,132 | 675 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 310 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Dandoopur
Dandoopur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deoberpur | North | 0.73 km |
| Soraon | West | 0.96 km |
| Rajapurquasba | South | 1.44 km |
| Rajapurpersuram | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Padaraiya | East | 1.59 km |
| Jagdishpur Balakaranpur | West | 1.69 km |
| Dhamapur Abdalpur | North | 1.83 km |
| Tulapur Ta. Abdalpur | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Raghopur Jangalpur | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Saraibhogi | South-West | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandoopur
Dandoopur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Siwaith, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Dandoopur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandoopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandoopur 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 Dandoopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandoopur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dandoopur
Where is Dandoopur located?
Dandoopur village is located in Soraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandoopur?
Dandoopur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandoopur?
The pincode of Dandoopur is 211013.
What is the population of Dandoopur?
Dandoopur has a total population of 1,951, including 985 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Dandoopur?
There are 367 households in Dandoopur.
What is the literacy rate in Dandoopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandoopur is 58.02%. Male literacy is 68.53% and female literacy is 47.31%.