Dhena - Basantpur, Supaul
Dhena is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Ratanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhena is 220972. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 854340 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dhena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhena
According to the 2011 Census, Dhena village had a total population of 802 people, including 409 males and 393 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.21%, with male literacy at 90.09% and female literacy at 70.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 802 | 409 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 309 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 100 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Dhena
Dhena 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 Dhena
Public transport in the Dhena is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Birpur to Dhena is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Dhena is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhena
Where is Dhena located?
Dhena village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhena?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhena is Ratanpur.
What is the pincode of Dhena?
The pincode of Dhena is 854340.
What is the population of Dhena?
Dhena had a total population of 802, including 409 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Dhena?
Dhena had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhena was 80.21%. Male literacy was 90.09% and female literacy was 70.06%.