Dhanpuri
Dhanpuri is a village located in Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pushparajgarh (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Dhanpuri village is also a gram panchayat.
Dhanpuri has its own place in the vibrant Anuppur 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 Dhanpuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanpuri is 502231. The village spans a total geographical area of 587.54 hectares. Anuppur is nearest town to Dhanpuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhanpuri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dhanpuri
Below is a concise population overview of Dhanpuri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 404 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 704 | 345 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 242 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 162 | 233 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhanpuri village:
- The total population of Dhanpuri village is around 822, including approximately 404 males and 418 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 132 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanpuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhanpuri village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 704 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhanpuri village is about 51.95%, with male literacy at 59.90% and female literacy at 44.26%.
- There are around 164 households in Dhanpuri village.
Connectivity of Dhanpuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanpuri. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanpuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Dhanpuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanpuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanpuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanpuri
- Where is Dhanpuri located?
- Dhanpuri village is situated in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanpuri?
- Dhanpuri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dhanpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanpuri is 822, with 404 males and 418 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanpuri village has a total of 164 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanpuri is 51.95%. The male literacy rate is 59.90%, while the female literacy rate is 44.26%.