Dhanepur - Gawan, Giridih
Dhanepur is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Gaddar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanepur is 350303. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.18 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Dhanepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanepur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanepur village had a total population of 224 people, including 111 males and 113 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.30%, with male literacy at 69.77% and female literacy at 48.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 60 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 51 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanepur
Dhanepur 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 Dhanepur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dhanepur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Dhanepur is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanepur
Where is Dhanepur located?
Dhanepur village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanepur is Gaddar.
What is the pincode of Dhanepur?
The pincode of Dhanepur is 815313.
What is the population of Dhanepur?
Dhanepur had a total population of 224, including 111 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Dhanepur?
Dhanepur had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanepur was 59.30%. Male literacy was 69.77% and female literacy was 48.84%.