Dhanipur - Sonai, Cachar
Dhanipur is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 406 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Shewrartal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanipur is 299512. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 788119 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 46 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 Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanipur
As per Census 2011, Dhanipur village has a total population of 3,131 people, consisting of 1,580 males and 1,551 females. The village has 629 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 561 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,230 literate and 901 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,131 | 1,580 | 1,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 561 | 284 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 2,230 | 1,186 | 1,044 |
| Illiterate Population | 901 | 394 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanipur
Dhanipur 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 Dhanipur
Public transport in the Dhanipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Dhanipur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | 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 Dhanipur
Where is Dhanipur located?
Dhanipur village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanipur is Shewrartal.
What is the pincode of Dhanipur?
The pincode of Dhanipur is 788119.
What is the population of Dhanipur?
Dhanipur has a total population of 3,131, including 1,580 males and 1,551 females.
How many households are there in Dhanipur?
There are 629 households in Dhanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanipur is 71.22%. Male literacy is 75.06% and female literacy is 67.31%.