Dhuter - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Dhuter is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Thuter serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuter village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuter is 213194. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.8 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dhuter village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhuter
As per Census 2011, Dhuter village has a total population of 2,007 people, consisting of 1,043 males and 964 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,118 literate and 889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuter are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,007 | 1,043 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 172 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 701 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 342 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuter
Dhuter 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tiwar | South | 0.82 km |
| Chakari | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Masoe | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Lasari Khurd | North | 1.39 km |
| Bagauari | East | 1.58 km |
| Durawal Khurd | North | 1.58 km |
| Shonwat | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Dabha | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Kooran | South | 1.78 km |
| Sahuar | South-West | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhuter
Dhuter is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khairahi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Dhuter is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Dhuter is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuter
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuter village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuter
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuter 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhuter
Where is Dhuter located?
Dhuter village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuter?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuter is Thuter.
What is the pincode of Dhuter?
The pincode of Dhuter is 231210.
What is the population of Dhuter?
Dhuter has a total population of 2,007, including 1,043 males and 964 females.
How many households are there in Dhuter?
There are 382 households in Dhuter.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuter?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuter is 55.71%. Male literacy is 67.21% and female literacy is 43.26%.