Dhanpura (Kheda) - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Dhanpura (Kheda) is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bhatram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanpura (Kheda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanpura (Kheda) is 507684. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.91 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dhanpura (Kheda) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanpura (Kheda)
As per Census 2011, Dhanpura (Kheda) village has a total population of 763 people, consisting of 390 males and 373 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanpura (Kheda) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 763 | 390 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 115 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 277 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 113 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanpura (Kheda)
Dhanpura (Kheda) 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 Dhanpura (Kheda)
Public transport in the Dhanpura (Kheda) is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Dhanpura (Kheda) is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dhanpura (Kheda) is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanpura (Kheda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanpura (Kheda) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanpura (Kheda)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanpura (Kheda) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanpura (Kheda)
Where is Dhanpura (Kheda) located?
Dhanpura (Kheda) village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanpura (Kheda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanpura (Kheda) is Bhatram.
What is the pincode of Dhanpura (Kheda)?
The pincode of Dhanpura (Kheda) is 385545.
What is the population of Dhanpura (Kheda)?
Dhanpura (Kheda) has a total population of 763, including 390 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Dhanpura (Kheda)?
There are 113 households in Dhanpura (Kheda).
What is the literacy rate in Dhanpura (Kheda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanpura (Kheda) is 55.70%. Male literacy is 71.03% and female literacy is 39.68%.