Dhanwan

Dhanwan is a village located in Halsi subdivision of Lakhisarai district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Halsi (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Lakhisarai. As per 2009 stats, Pratappur is the gram panchayat of Dhanwan village.

Dhanwan 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 Dhanwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanwan is 243776. The village spans a total geographical area of 101.1 hectares. Lakhisarai is nearest town to Dhanwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Dhanwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 252 134 118
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 35 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 246 130 116
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 2 1
Literate Population 134 65 69
Illiterate Population 118 69 49

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

  • The total population of Dhanwan village is around 252, including approximately 134 males and 118 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanwan village has 246 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanwan village is about 53.17%, with male literacy at 48.51% and female literacy at 58.47%.
  • There are around 45 households in Dhanwan village.

Connectivity of Dhanwan

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

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

Nearby Villages of Dhanwan

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

Kaini Kakrauri Partabpur Mohia Nima Kumaitha Lahuara Khoriari Sirkhindi Bahchha Bamuara

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanwan

Where is Dhanwan located?
Dhanwan village is situated in Halsi Subdivision, within the Lakhisarai district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanwan is Pratappur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanwan is 252, with 134 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanwan village has a total of 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanwan is 53.17%. The male literacy rate is 48.51%, while the female literacy rate is 58.47%.