Dhanesri - Bhargama, Araria
Dhanesri is a village situated in the Bhargama subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhargama and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Dhaneshri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanesri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanesri is 221687. The village covers a total geographical area of 531 hectares and falls under the 854102 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dhanesri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanesri
As per Census 2011, Dhanesri village has a total population of 5,799 people, consisting of 3,041 males and 2,758 females. The village has 1,209 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,034 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,275 literate and 3,524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,795 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanesri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,799 | 3,041 | 2,758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,034 | 514 | 520 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,795 | 932 | 863 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,275 | 1,397 | 878 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,524 | 1,644 | 1,880 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanesri
Dhanesri 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 Dhanesri
Public transport in the Dhanesri is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhanesri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Banmankhi to Dhanesri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Dhanesri is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanesri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanesri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanesri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanesri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanesri
Where is Dhanesri located?
Dhanesri village is located in Bhargama Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanesri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanesri is Dhaneshri.
What is the pincode of Dhanesri?
The pincode of Dhanesri is 854102.
What is the population of Dhanesri?
Dhanesri has a total population of 5,799, including 3,041 males and 2,758 females.
How many households are there in Dhanesri?
There are 1,209 households in Dhanesri.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanesri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanesri is 39.23%. Male literacy is 45.94% and female literacy is 31.83%.