Dhanihar

Dhanihar is a village located in Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shambhuganj (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Chatrahar is the gram panchayat of Dhanihar village.

Dhanihar has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhanihar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanihar is 240388. The village spans a total geographical area of 59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813221. Sultanganj is nearest town to Dhanihar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Dhanihar

Below is a concise population overview of Dhanihar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 996 512 484
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 206 107 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) 54 29 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 457 276 181
Illiterate Population 539 236 303

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhanihar village:

  • The total population of Dhanihar village is around 996, including approximately 512 males and 484 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanihar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanihar village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanihar village is about 45.88%, with male literacy at 53.91% and female literacy at 37.40%.
  • There are around 196 households in Dhanihar village.

Connectivity of Dhanihar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanihar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanihar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhanihar

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanihar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanihar.

Lakheraj Arazi Goera Sahroi Teldiha Harbanspur Chhatahar Pattapahari Padamchak Pahari Arazi Tina Kashidih Jamuni

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanihar

Where is Dhanihar located?
Dhanihar village is situated in Shambhuganj Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanihar is Chatrahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhanihar?
The pincode of Dhanihar is 813221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanihar is 996, with 512 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Dhanihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanihar village has a total of 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanihar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanihar is 45.88%. The male literacy rate is 53.91%, while the female literacy rate is 37.40%.