Sau Dih - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Sau Dih is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Hathawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sau Dih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sau Dih is 214208. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.77 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Sau Dih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Sau Dih
According to the 2011 Census, Sau Dih village had a total population of 1,520 people, including 798 males and 722 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.40%, with male literacy at 58.50% and female literacy at 37.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 906.
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 | 1,520 | 798 | 722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 157 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 906 | 474 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 375 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 423 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Sau Dih
Sau Dih is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sau Dih
Sau Dih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sau Dih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sonbhadra to Sau Dih is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sau Dih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sau Dih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sau Dih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sau Dih 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 Sau Dih
Where is Sau Dih located?
Sau Dih village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sau Dih?
The Gram Panchayat of Sau Dih is Hathawani.
What is the pincode of Sau Dih?
The pincode of Sau Dih is 231208.
What is the population of Sau Dih?
Sau Dih had a total population of 1,520, including 798 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Sau Dih?
Sau Dih had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sau Dih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sau Dih was 48.40%. Male literacy was 58.50% and female literacy was 37.20%.