Dhanauri - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Dhanauri is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bari Naki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanauri is 240306. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhanauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanauri
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanauri village had a total population of 1,731 people, including 901 males and 830 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.02%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 45.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 324, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 1,731 | 901 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 205 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 182 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 468 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 433 | 539 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanauri
Dhanauri 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 Dhanauri
Dhanauri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Dhanauri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Dhanauri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhanauri
Where is Dhanauri located?
Dhanauri village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanauri is Bari Naki.
What is the pincode of Dhanauri?
The pincode of Dhanauri is 813204.
What is the population of Dhanauri?
Dhanauri had a total population of 1,731, including 901 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Dhanauri?
Dhanauri had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanauri was 57.02%. Male literacy was 67.24% and female literacy was 45.83%.