Dhanaj
About Dhanaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhanaj village is 511152. Dhanaj village is located in Kalol taluka of Gandhinagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kalol (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Gandhinagar. As per 2009 stats, Dhanaj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 607.53 hectares. Dhanaj has a total population of 2,333 peoples, out of which male population is 1,205 while female population is 1,128. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 936 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhanaj village is 71.20% out of which 79.83% males and 61.97% females are literate. There are about 473 houses in dhanaj village. Pincode of dhanaj village locality is 382729.
When it comes to administration, Dhanaj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhanaj village comes under Gandhinagar North Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency. Kalol is nearest town to dhanaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Dhanaj
The population details of Dhanaj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,333 | 1,205 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 260 | 139 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 244 | 128 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,661 | 962 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 243 | 429 |
Connectivity of Dhanaj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanaj
Where is Dhanaj located?
Dhanaj village is situated in Kalol Taluka, within the Gandhinagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanaj?
Dhanaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhanaj?
The pincode of Dhanaj is 382729, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanaj is 2,333, with 1,205 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Dhanaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanaj village has a total of 473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanaj is 71.20%. The male literacy rate is 79.83%, while the female literacy rate is 61.97%.