Dhonekhona Grant - Sapekhati, Charaideo
Dhonekhona Grant is a village situated in the Sapekhati subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 26 km from Sonari and around 65 km from Sivasagar. Bhuyankhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhonekhona Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhonekhona Grant is 293125. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 785692 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhonekhona Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhonekhona Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Dhonekhona Grant village had a total population of 868 people, including 435 males and 433 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.53%, with male literacy at 71.63% and female literacy at 57.50%.
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 | 868 | 435 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 255 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 180 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Dhonekhona Grant
Dhonekhona Grant 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 Dhonekhona Grant
Dhonekhona Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhonekhona Grant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonari to Dhonekhona Grant is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Dhonekhona Grant is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhonekhona Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhonekhona Grant 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 Dhonekhona Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhonekhona Grant 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 Dhonekhona Grant
Where is Dhonekhona Grant located?
Dhonekhona Grant village is located in Sapekhati Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhonekhona Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhonekhona Grant is Bhuyankhat.
What is the pincode of Dhonekhona Grant?
The pincode of Dhonekhona Grant is 785692.
What is the population of Dhonekhona Grant?
Dhonekhona Grant had a total population of 868, including 435 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Dhonekhona Grant?
Dhonekhona Grant had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhonekhona Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhonekhona Grant was 64.53%. Male literacy was 71.63% and female literacy was 57.50%.