Dhanawan - Bodh Gaya, Gaya
Dhanawan is a village situated in the Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodh Gaya and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Jhikatiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanawan is 256505. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 824231 pincode. Bodh Gaya is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dhanawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barachatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanawan
As per Census 2011, Dhanawan village has a total population of 2,240 people, consisting of 1,196 males and 1,044 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,134 literate and 1,106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 624 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,240 | 1,196 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 175 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 326 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 1,134 | 699 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,106 | 497 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanawan
Dhanawan 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 Dhanawan
Public transport in the Dhanawan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bodh Gaya to Dhanawan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Dhanawan is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanawan 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 Dhanawan
Where is Dhanawan located?
Dhanawan village is located in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanawan is Jhikatiya.
What is the pincode of Dhanawan?
The pincode of Dhanawan is 824231.
What is the population of Dhanawan?
Dhanawan has a total population of 2,240, including 1,196 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Dhanawan?
There are 311 households in Dhanawan.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanawan is 50.63%. Male literacy is 58.44% and female literacy is 41.67%.