Dhanwo

Dhanwo is a village located in Chanan subdivision of Lakhisarai district in Bihar, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Chanan* (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Lakhisarai. As per 2009 stats, Janki Dih is the gram panchayat of Dhanwo village.

Dhanwo has its own place in the vibrant Lakhisarai 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 Dhanwo

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanwo is 243667. The village spans a total geographical area of 352.9 hectares. Lakhisarai is nearest town to Dhanwo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Dhanwo

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,264 1,688 1,576
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 712 360 352
Scheduled Castes (SC) 601 319 282
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 1 2
Literate Population 1,192 764 428
Illiterate Population 2,072 924 1,148

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

  • The total population of Dhanwo village is around 3,264, including approximately 1,688 males and 1,576 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 712 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanwo village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanwo village has 601 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanwo village is about 36.52%, with male literacy at 45.26% and female literacy at 27.16%.
  • There are around 532 households in Dhanwo village.

Connectivity of Dhanwo

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

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

Nearby Villages of Dhanwo

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

Gulni Bhuinka Bannu Bagaicha Sahroi Barare Bataspur Maheshpur Jankidih Sangrampur Bhatta Mahulia

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanwo

Where is Dhanwo located?
Dhanwo village is situated in Chanan Subdivision, within the Lakhisarai district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanwo?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanwo is Janki Dih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhanwo as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanwo is 3,264, with 1,688 males and 1,576 females.
How many households are there in Dhanwo as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanwo village has a total of 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanwo as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanwo is 36.52%. The male literacy rate is 45.26%, while the female literacy rate is 27.16%.