Dhanora - Athner, Betul
Dhanora is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Dhanora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanora is 485473. The village covers a total geographical area of 1575.69 hectares and falls under the 460110 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dhanora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Betul Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dhanora
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanora village had a total population of 1,687 people, including 884 males and 803 females, living in 367 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.80%, with male literacy at 89.86% and female literacy at 70.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 1,687 | 884 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 65 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 81 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 709 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 175 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanora
Dhanora 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 Dhanora
Dhanora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athner to Dhanora is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Dhanora is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanora 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhanora
Where is Dhanora located?
Dhanora village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanora?
Dhanora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanora?
The pincode of Dhanora is 460110.
What is the population of Dhanora?
Dhanora had a total population of 1,687, including 884 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Dhanora?
Dhanora had 367 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanora was 80.80%. Male literacy was 89.86% and female literacy was 70.81%.