Dhangaon
Dhangaon is a village located in Khairagarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Khairagarh (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Dhangaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhangaon unique in its vibrant Khairagarh-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Dhangaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhangaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhangaon is 440509. The village spans a total geographical area of 417.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491885. Khairagarh is nearest town to Dhangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Dhangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhangaon has a total population of about 1,391, with approximately 707 males and 684 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.46%, with male literacy at about 70.01% and female literacy near 50.58%. There are around 229 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhangaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,391 | 707 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 111 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 841 | 495 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 212 | 338 |
Connectivity of Dhangaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dhangaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhangaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhangaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhangaon
- Where is Dhangaon located?
- Dhangaon village is situated in Khairagarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhangaon?
- Dhangaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhangaon?
- The pincode of Dhangaon is 491885, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhangaon is 1,391, with 707 males and 684 females.
- How many households are there in Dhangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhangaon village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhangaon is 60.46%. The male literacy rate is 70.01%, while the female literacy rate is 50.58%.