Dhanpuri - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Dhanpuri is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Dhanpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanpuri is 502231. The village covers a total geographical area of 587.54 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dhanpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanpuri
As per Census 2011, Dhanpuri village has a total population of 822 people, consisting of 404 males and 418 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 427 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 704 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanpuri are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanpuri
Dhanpuri 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 Dhanpuri
Dhanpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dhanpuri has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Dhanpuri is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhanpuri
Where is Dhanpuri located?
Dhanpuri village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanpuri?
Dhanpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanpuri?
The pincode of Dhanpuri is 484881.
What is the population of Dhanpuri?
Dhanpuri has a total population of 822, including 404 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Dhanpuri?
There are 164 households in Dhanpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanpuri is 51.95%. Male literacy is 59.90% and female literacy is 44.26%.