Aura Dand - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Aura Dand is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Bodhadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aura Dand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aura Dand is 214254. The village covers a total geographical area of 895.33 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Aura Dand 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 Aura Dand
As per Census 2011, Aura Dand village has a total population of 721 people, consisting of 381 males and 340 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 613 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aura Dand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 381 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 105 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 63 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 613 | 318 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 182 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 199 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Aura Dand
Aura Dand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khokha | South | 1.53 km |
| Bodhadih | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Pagdewa | South | 2.84 km |
| Karahiya | East | 3.88 km |
| Dharanawa | East | 4.96 km |
| Jorkahoo | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Gulariya | East | 5.83 km |
| Basin | South-East | 6.32 km |
| Baheradol | South-West | 7.04 km |
| Garadarawa | South | 7.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aura Dand
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Aura Dand. The nearest railway station is Duddhinagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Aura Dand is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aura Dand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aura Dand 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 Aura Dand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aura Dand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aura Dand
Where is Aura Dand located?
Aura Dand village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aura Dand?
The Gram Panchayat of Aura Dand is Bodhadih.
What is the pincode of Aura Dand?
The pincode of Aura Dand is 231208.
What is the population of Aura Dand?
Aura Dand has a total population of 721, including 381 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Aura Dand?
There are 109 households in Aura Dand.
What is the literacy rate in Aura Dand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aura Dand is 35.64%. Male literacy is 47.77% and female literacy is 22.06%.