Dhanipur - Rajatalab, Varanasi
Dhanipur is a village situated in the Rajatalab tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Varanasi and around 23 km from Varanasi. Badaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanipur is 209223. The village covers a total geographical area of 2.43 hectares and falls under the 221405 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sevapuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Varanasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Dhanipur
Dhanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawalpur | South-West | 0.63 km |
| Mahmdpur | South-East | 0.81 km |
| Jagsipur | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Brijwasi Chak | East | 1.13 km |
| Appi | East | 1.17 km |
| Tarsawn | North | 1.17 km |
| Kundriya | South | 1.34 km |
| Deipur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Atarsuia | West | 1.52 km |
| Mechkanpur | North-East | 1.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanipur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Dhanipur. The nearest railway station is Chaukhandi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Dhanipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Varanasi to Dhanipur is about 23 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 Dhanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhanipur
Where is Dhanipur located?
Dhanipur village is located in Rajatalab Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanipur is Badaura.
What is the pincode of Dhanipur?
The pincode of Dhanipur is 221405.