Dhanpuri - Gobindpur, Nawada
Dhanpuri is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Baniya Bigha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanpuri is 257908. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 805102 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dhanpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanpuri
As per Census 2011, Dhanpuri village has a total population of 1,541 people, consisting of 763 males and 778 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 755 literate and 786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 455 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,541 | 763 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 231 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 755 | 463 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 300 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanpuri
Dhanpuri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanpuri
Dhanpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Dhanpuri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanpuri
Where is Dhanpuri located?
Dhanpuri village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanpuri is Baniya Bigha.
What is the pincode of Dhanpuri?
The pincode of Dhanpuri is 805102.
What is the population of Dhanpuri?
Dhanpuri has a total population of 1,541, including 763 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Dhanpuri?
There are 225 households in Dhanpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanpuri is 48.99%. Male literacy is 60.68% and female literacy is 37.53%.