Dundwa - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Dundwa is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Bilandpur Sundarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dundwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dundwa is 132672. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.38 hectares and falls under the 242042 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dundwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dundwa
As per Census 2011, Dundwa village has a total population of 125 people, consisting of 63 males and 62 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dundwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 20 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Dundwa
Dundwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marha T. Majhara | East | 1.16 km |
| Rampur T. Majhara | North | 1.21 km |
| Rampuria | South | 1.26 km |
| Lahia | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Jaleshwar Urf Jagatpur | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Divri | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Birahampur | East | 2.22 km |
| Tajpur | East | 2.31 km |
| Diuras | South | 2.40 km |
| Gurchaha | North-East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dundwa
Dundwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sehramau, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shahjahanpur to Dundwa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Dundwa is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dundwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dundwa 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 Dundwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dundwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dundwa
Where is Dundwa located?
Dundwa village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dundwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dundwa is Bilandpur Sundarpur.
What is the pincode of Dundwa?
The pincode of Dundwa is 242042.
What is the population of Dundwa?
Dundwa has a total population of 125, including 63 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Dundwa?
There are 27 households in Dundwa.
What is the literacy rate in Dundwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dundwa is 56.00%. Male literacy is 68.25% and female literacy is 43.55%.