Dhansoi - Rajpur, Buxar
Dhansoi is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Dhansoi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhansoi is 248575. The village covers a total geographical area of 509 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dhansoi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhansoi
As per Census 2011, Dhansoi village has a total population of 8,088 people, consisting of 4,228 males and 3,860 females. The village has 1,208 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,559 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,736 literate and 3,352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 942 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhansoi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,088 | 4,228 | 3,860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,559 | 789 | 770 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 942 | 487 | 455 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 4,736 | 2,879 | 1,857 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,352 | 1,349 | 2,003 |
Nearby Villages of Dhansoi
Dhansoi 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 Dhansoi
Dhansoi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Buxar to Dhansoi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhansoi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhansoi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhansoi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhansoi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhansoi
Where is Dhansoi located?
Dhansoi village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhansoi?
Dhansoi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhansoi?
The pincode of Dhansoi is 802122.
What is the population of Dhansoi?
Dhansoi has a total population of 8,088, including 4,228 males and 3,860 females.
How many households are there in Dhansoi?
There are 1,208 households in Dhansoi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhansoi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhansoi is 58.56%. Male literacy is 68.09% and female literacy is 48.11%.