Dhoraipur - Pindra, Varanasi
Dhoraipur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Dhodhaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhoraipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhoraipur is 208517. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.24 hectares and falls under the 221105 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dhoraipur 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 Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhoraipur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhoraipur village had a total population of 657 people, including 296 males and 361 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,220 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.23%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 57.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 657 | 296 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 216 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 80 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Dhoraipur
Dhoraipur 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 Dhoraipur
Dhoraipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhoraipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Varanasi to Dhoraipur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Varanasi to Dhoraipur is about 22 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 Dhoraipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhoraipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhoraipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhoraipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhoraipur
Where is Dhoraipur located?
Dhoraipur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhoraipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhoraipur is Dhodhaipur.
What is the pincode of Dhoraipur?
The pincode of Dhoraipur is 221105.
What is the population of Dhoraipur?
Dhoraipur had a total population of 657, including 296 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Dhoraipur?
Dhoraipur had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhoraipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhoraipur was 70.23%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 57.99%.