Adhoura - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Adhoura is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Satabahani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adhoura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adhoura is 214347. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.77 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode.
Adhoura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adhoura
As per Census 2011, Adhoura village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 281 males and 299 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 576 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Adhoura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 281 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 58 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 576 | 279 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 142 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 139 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Adhoura
Adhoura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumarahar | West | 1.89 km |
| Satabahani | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Bachara | North | 3.33 km |
| Barawatola | East | 3.35 km |
| Bichhiyari | West | 3.73 km |
| Semariya | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Barawa Tola | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Seoritola | East | 4.41 km |
| Kanawa | East | 4.68 km |
| Bhawar | North-West | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Adhoura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Adhoura. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 139.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sonbhadra to Adhoura is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adhoura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adhoura 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 Adhoura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adhoura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Adhoura
Where is Adhoura located?
Adhoura village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adhoura?
The Gram Panchayat of Adhoura is Satabahani.
What is the pincode of Adhoura?
The pincode of Adhoura is 231212.
What is the population of Adhoura?
Adhoura has a total population of 580, including 281 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Adhoura?
There are 91 households in Adhoura.
What is the literacy rate in Adhoura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adhoura is 39.14%. Male literacy is 50.53% and female literacy is 28.43%.