Dhanouja - Phulparas, Madhubani
Dhanouja is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Dhanauja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanouja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanouja is 220113. The village covers a total geographical area of 813 hectares and falls under the 847409 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dhanouja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanouja
As per Census 2011, Dhanouja village has a total population of 7,129 people, consisting of 3,718 males and 3,411 females. The village has 1,499 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,594 literate and 3,535 illiterate residents. Additionally, 651 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanouja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,129 | 3,718 | 3,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,242 | 639 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 651 | 338 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 3,594 | 2,303 | 1,291 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,535 | 1,415 | 2,120 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanouja
Dhanouja is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Harnath Patti | North | 1.99 km |
| Gatipatti | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Goriari | South | 2.30 km |
| Barhi | East | 2.51 km |
| Hariari | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Balua | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Sugapatti | West | 2.83 km |
| Murli | East | 3.16 km |
| Dahapatti | North | 3.80 km |
| Kala Patti | North | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanouja
Dhanouja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghogardiha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ghoghardiha to Dhanouja is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Dhanouja is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanouja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanouja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanouja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanouja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanouja
Where is Dhanouja located?
Dhanouja village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanouja?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanouja is Dhanauja.
What is the pincode of Dhanouja?
The pincode of Dhanouja is 847409.
What is the population of Dhanouja?
Dhanouja has a total population of 7,129, including 3,718 males and 3,411 females.
How many households are there in Dhanouja?
There are 1,499 households in Dhanouja.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanouja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanouja is 50.41%. Male literacy is 61.94% and female literacy is 37.85%.