Dhanwan

Dhanwan is a village located in Rajauri tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 21km away from Rajouri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhanwan village.

Dhanwan has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri 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 Dhanwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanwan is 001419. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181515. Rajouri is nearest town to Dhanwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Dhanwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 865 448 417
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 120 75 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 424 216 208
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 164 95 69
Literate Population 590 330 260
Illiterate Population 275 118 157

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

  • The total population of Dhanwan village is around 865, including approximately 448 males and 417 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanwan village has 424 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 164 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanwan village is about 68.21%, with male literacy at 73.66% and female literacy at 62.35%.
  • There are around 185 households in Dhanwan village.

Connectivity of Dhanwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanwan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhanwan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanwan

Where is Dhanwan located?
Dhanwan village is situated in Rajauri Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Dhanwan?
The pincode of Dhanwan is 181515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanwan is 865, with 448 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanwan village has a total of 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanwan is 68.21%. The male literacy rate is 73.66%, while the female literacy rate is 62.35%.