Dadwa - Behat, Saharanpur
Dadwa is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Rampur Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadwa is 109108. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.63 hectares and falls under the 247129 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dadwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dadwa
According to the 2011 Census, Dadwa village had a total population of 396 people, including 220 males and 176 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.44%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 68.21%.
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 | 396 | 220 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 159 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 61 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Dadwa
Dadwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meghan Mazra | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Sunheti Must. | South | 0.91 km |
| Rampur Kalan | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Path Lokar | East | 1.33 km |
| Alampur Kalan | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Sunheti Aht. | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Kutubpur Bhukri | North | 1.74 km |
| Anwarpur Barauli | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Chandi | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Mustafapur Aht. | South | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dadwa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dadwa. The nearest railway station is Hindan Cabin, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharanpur to Dadwa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Dadwa is about 26 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 Dadwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadwa 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 Dadwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dadwa
Where is Dadwa located?
Dadwa village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dadwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadwa is Rampur Kalan.
What is the pincode of Dadwa?
The pincode of Dadwa is 247129.
What is the population of Dadwa?
Dadwa had a total population of 396, including 220 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Dadwa?
Dadwa had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadwa was 78.44%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 68.21%.