Darhawa Dhandi - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Darhawa Dhandi is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Manjhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darhawa Dhandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darhawa Dhandi is 176929. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.26 hectares and falls under the 272153 pincode. Bansi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Darhawa Dhandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darhawa Dhandi
As per Census 2011, Darhawa Dhandi village has a total population of 372 people, consisting of 184 males and 188 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darhawa Dhandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 184 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 49 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 108 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 76 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Darhawa Dhandi
Darhawa Dhandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalawan Jot | North-East | 0.53 km |
| Sri Belwa | South-East | 0.61 km |
| Son Ferwa Khurd | North-West | 0.64 km |
| Darawa Lal | South | 0.73 km |
| Darhwa Adhin | East | 1.11 km |
| Tiwaripur | North | 1.18 km |
| Pipra | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Mahua Khurd | East | 1.43 km |
| Sekhui | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Kolhua | South | 1.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darhawa Dhandi
Darhawa Dhandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chilhia, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 km.
| 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 Bansi to Darhawa Dhandi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Darhawa Dhandi is about 34 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 Darhawa Dhandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darhawa Dhandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darhawa Dhandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darhawa Dhandi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darhawa Dhandi
Where is Darhawa Dhandi located?
Darhawa Dhandi village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darhawa Dhandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Darhawa Dhandi is Manjhari.
What is the pincode of Darhawa Dhandi?
The pincode of Darhawa Dhandi is 272153.
What is the population of Darhawa Dhandi?
Darhawa Dhandi has a total population of 372, including 184 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Darhawa Dhandi?
There are 60 households in Darhawa Dhandi.
What is the literacy rate in Darhawa Dhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darhawa Dhandi is 47.04%. Male literacy is 58.70% and female literacy is 35.64%.