Dhandhan - Takhatpur, Bilaspur
Dhandhan is a village situated in the Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Takhatpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Dhandhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandhan is 438580. The village covers a total geographical area of 792.81 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dhandhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhandhan
As per Census 2011, Dhandhan village has a total population of 2,054 people, consisting of 1,053 males and 1,001 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,184 literate and 870 illiterate residents. Additionally, 774 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhandhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,054 | 1,053 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 179 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 774 | 386 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 724 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 870 | 329 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandhan
Dhandhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bicharpur | East | 1.93 km |
| Pakariya | West | 2.32 km |
| Daija | North | 2.50 km |
| Kunwa | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Nagoi | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Hardi | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Rajpur | East | 3.69 km |
| Kathmunda | West | 3.74 km |
| Umariya | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Khudiyadih | West | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhandhan
Dhandhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Takhatpur to Dhandhan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dhandhan is about 30 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 Dhandhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhandhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandhan 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 Dhandhan
Where is Dhandhan located?
Dhandhan village is located in Takhatpur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandhan?
Dhandhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhandhan?
The pincode of Dhandhan is 495330.
What is the population of Dhandhan?
Dhandhan has a total population of 2,054, including 1,053 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Dhandhan?
There are 436 households in Dhandhan.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandhan is 57.64%. Male literacy is 68.76% and female literacy is 45.95%.