Dhanji

Dhanji is a village located in Samri tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Kusmi (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Shahpur is the gram panchayat of Dhanji village.

Dhanji has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhanji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanji is 432305. The village spans a total geographical area of 505 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497107. Kusmi is nearest town to Dhanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Dhanji

Below is a concise population overview of Dhanji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 828 415 413
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 130 70 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 765 380 385
Literate Population 446 252 194
Illiterate Population 382 163 219

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhanji village:

  • The total population of Dhanji village is around 828, including approximately 415 males and 413 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanji village has 765 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanji village is about 53.86%, with male literacy at 60.72% and female literacy at 46.97%.
  • There are around 186 households in Dhanji village.

Connectivity of Dhanji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanji. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanji 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 Dhanji

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanji.

Bhawanipur Urf Mahkepi Baskepi Bairdih Kalan Kandari Sukhari Shahpur Magaji Karacha Nawadih Kalan Khajuriyadih Bhojpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanji

Where is Dhanji located?
Dhanji village is situated in Samri Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanji?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanji is Shahpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhanji?
The pincode of Dhanji is 497107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanji is 828, with 415 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Dhanji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanji village has a total of 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanji is 53.86%. The male literacy rate is 60.72%, while the female literacy rate is 46.97%.