Dhawan

Dhawan is a village located in Ekangarsarai subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Ekangarsarai (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Ekangarsarai is the gram panchayat of Dhawan village.

Dhawan has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Dhawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhawan is 244881. The village spans a total geographical area of 121 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Dhawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Dhawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,900 992 908
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 291 171 120
Scheduled Castes (SC) 299 152 147
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,328 736 592
Illiterate Population 572 256 316

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

  • The total population of Dhawan village is around 1,900, including approximately 992 males and 908 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 291 children aged 0–6 years in Dhawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhawan village has 299 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhawan village is about 69.89%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 65.20%.
  • There are around 314 households in Dhawan village.

Connectivity of Dhawan

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

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

Nearby Villages of Dhawan

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

Bijokhari Narainpur Nisanpura Madhopur Amnar Tarapur Maharaj Ganj Mojahidpur Amnar Khas Gomahar Jagai Sultanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhawan

Where is Dhawan located?
Dhawan village is situated in Ekangarsarai Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawan is Ekangarsarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhawan is 1,900, with 992 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Dhawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhawan village has a total of 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhawan is 69.89%. The male literacy rate is 74.19%, while the female literacy rate is 65.20%.