Dhanwar Kalan
Dhanwar Kalan is a village located in Balrampur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Balrampur (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Bada is the gram panchayat of Dhanwar Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhanwar Kalan unique in its vibrant Balrampur-Surguja region. You’ll see Dhanwar Kalan’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 Dhanwar Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanwar Kalan is 431957. The village spans a total geographical area of 321.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497118. Balrampur is nearest town to Dhanwar Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Dhanwar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanwar Kalan has a total population of about 1,284, with approximately 671 males and 613 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 977. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.78%, with male literacy at about 75.86% and female literacy near 63.13%. There are around 207 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhanwar Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,284 | 671 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 86 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 977 | 506 | 471 |
| Literate Population | 896 | 509 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 162 | 226 |
Connectivity of Dhanwar Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanwar Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanwar Kalan 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhanwar Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanwar Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanwar Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanwar Kalan
- Where is Dhanwar Kalan located?
- Dhanwar Kalan village is situated in Balrampur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanwar Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhanwar Kalan is Bada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhanwar Kalan?
- The pincode of Dhanwar Kalan is 497118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanwar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanwar Kalan is 1,284, with 671 males and 613 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanwar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanwar Kalan village has a total of 207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanwar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanwar Kalan is 69.78%. The male literacy rate is 75.86%, while the female literacy rate is 63.13%.