Dhanawan

Dhanawan is a village located in Sarmera subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sarmera (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Mirnagar is the gram panchayat of Dhanawan village.

Dhanawan 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 Dhanawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanawan is 244475. The village spans a total geographical area of 351 hectares. Barbigha is nearest town to Dhanawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Dhanawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,692 1,415 1,277
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 424 232 192
Scheduled Castes (SC) 515 267 248
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,697 985 712
Illiterate Population 995 430 565

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

  • The total population of Dhanawan village is around 2,692, including approximately 1,415 males and 1,277 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 424 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanawan village has 515 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanawan village is about 63.04%, with male literacy at 69.61% and female literacy at 55.76%.
  • There are around 456 households in Dhanawan village.

Connectivity of Dhanawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanawan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanawan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhanawan

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

Misia Husena Sondiha Barhia Kazi Chak Parnawan Kenar Malawan Moti Bigha Pojh Jagjiwanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanawan

Where is Dhanawan located?
Dhanawan village is situated in Sarmera Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanawan is Mirnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhanawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanawan is 2,692, with 1,415 males and 1,277 females.
How many households are there in Dhanawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanawan village has a total of 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanawan is 63.04%. The male literacy rate is 69.61%, while the female literacy rate is 55.76%.