Dhanura - Lahar, Bhind
Dhanura is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Bisanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanura is 453666. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.85 hectares and falls under the 477445 pincode. Daboh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dhanura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanura
As per Census 2011, Dhanura village has a total population of 262 people, consisting of 133 males and 129 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 262 | 133 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 76 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 57 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanura
Dhanura 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 Dhanura
Dhanura 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 >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 Daboh to Dhanura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Dhanura is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhanura
Where is Dhanura located?
Dhanura village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanura is Bisanpura.
What is the pincode of Dhanura?
The pincode of Dhanura is 477445.
What is the population of Dhanura?
Dhanura has a total population of 262, including 133 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Dhanura?
There are 51 households in Dhanura.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanura is 47.33%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 37.21%.