Dhankosa

Dhankosa is a village located in Tirodi tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tirodi (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Dhankosa village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhankosa has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Dhankosa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhankosa is 497347. The village spans a total geographical area of 503 hectares. Katangi is nearest town to Dhankosa village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhankosa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,421 715 706
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 138 62 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) 56 27 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 119 63 56
Literate Population 1,025 567 458
Illiterate Population 396 148 248

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

  • The total population of Dhankosa village is around 1,421, including approximately 715 males and 706 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Dhankosa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhankosa village has 56 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 119 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhankosa village is about 72.13%, with male literacy at 79.30% and female literacy at 64.87%.
  • There are around 330 households in Dhankosa village.

Connectivity of Dhankosa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhankosa. As per the 2011 stats, Dhankosa 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhankosa

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

Bichhwa Ryt Kharpadiya Hirapur Jamrapani Boldongari Dongargaon Pauniya Katedara Bothwa Pipriya Sonegaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhankosa

Where is Dhankosa located?
Dhankosa village is situated in Tirodi Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhankosa?
Dhankosa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dhankosa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhankosa is 1,421, with 715 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Dhankosa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhankosa village has a total of 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhankosa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhankosa is 72.13%. The male literacy rate is 79.30%, while the female literacy rate is 64.87%.