Dhawniyan - Dinara, Rohtas
Dhawniyan is a village situated in the Dinara subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dinara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Akodha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawniyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawniyan is 250941. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 802213 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhawniyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhawniyan
As per Census 2011, Dhawniyan village has a total population of 1,465 people, consisting of 763 males and 702 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 720 illiterate residents. Additionally, 673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhawniyan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,465 | 763 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 155 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 673 | 353 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 445 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 318 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawniyan
Dhawniyan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Girdhariya | East | 1.16 km |
| Durgapur | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Tora | North | 1.41 km |
| Ankorha | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Kusahi | South | 1.60 km |
| Samhauti Buzurg | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Munra | North | 1.68 km |
| Panditpura | North | 1.69 km |
| Bariyarpur | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Khalsapur | North-East | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhawniyan
Dhawniyan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Garhnokha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Dhawniyan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawniyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawniyan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhawniyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawniyan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhawniyan
Where is Dhawniyan located?
Dhawniyan village is located in Dinara Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawniyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawniyan is Akodha.
What is the pincode of Dhawniyan?
The pincode of Dhawniyan is 802213.
What is the population of Dhawniyan?
Dhawniyan has a total population of 1,465, including 763 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Dhawniyan?
There are 224 households in Dhawniyan.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawniyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawniyan is 50.85%. Male literacy is 58.32% and female literacy is 42.74%.