Dhanawn - Baniapur, Saran
Dhanawn is a village situated in the Baniapur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baniapur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Ramdhnaw serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanawn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanawn is 233176. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 841403 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhanawn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baniapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanawn
As per Census 2011, Dhanawn village has a total population of 2,683 people, consisting of 1,289 males and 1,394 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,417 literate and 1,266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanawn are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,683 | 1,289 | 1,394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 257 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,417 | 815 | 602 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,266 | 474 | 792 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanawn
Dhanawn 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 Dhanawn
Dhanawn is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dhanawn has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Dhanawn is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Dhanawn is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanawn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanawn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanawn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanawn village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhanawn
Where is Dhanawn located?
Dhanawn village is located in Baniapur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanawn?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanawn is Ramdhnaw.
What is the pincode of Dhanawn?
The pincode of Dhanawn is 841403.
What is the population of Dhanawn?
Dhanawn has a total population of 2,683, including 1,289 males and 1,394 females.
How many households are there in Dhanawn?
There are 435 households in Dhanawn.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanawn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanawn is 52.81%. Male literacy is 63.23% and female literacy is 43.19%.