Dhanigora - Litipara, Pakur
Dhanigora is a village situated in the Litipara subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Litipara and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Pakaur. Baraghaghri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanigora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanigora is 359855. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.36 hectares and falls under the 816104 pincode.
Dhanigora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanigora
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanigora village had a total population of 498 people, including 250 males and 248 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.05%, with male literacy at 51.28% and female literacy at 29.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 490.
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 | 498 | 250 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 246 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 100 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 150 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanigora
Dhanigora 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 Dhanigora
Public transport in the Dhanigora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pakaur to Dhanigora is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanigora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanigora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanigora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanigora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanigora
Where is Dhanigora located?
Dhanigora village is located in Litipara Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhanigora?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanigora is Baraghaghri.
What is the pincode of Dhanigora?
The pincode of Dhanigora is 816104.
What is the population of Dhanigora?
Dhanigora had a total population of 498, including 250 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Dhanigora?
Dhanigora had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanigora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanigora was 40.05%. Male literacy was 51.28% and female literacy was 29.21%.