Dhankar

Dhankar is a village located in Sirali tehsil of Harda district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sirali (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Harda. As per 2009 stats, Dhankar village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhankar has its own place in the vibrant Harda 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 Dhankar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhankar is 486644. The village spans a total geographical area of 607.35 hectares. Harda is nearest town to Dhankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhankar 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 Timarni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Betul 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 Dhankar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 947 472 475
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 124 65 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 252 127 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 192 94 98
Literate Population 602 337 265
Illiterate Population 345 135 210

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

  • The total population of Dhankar village is around 947, including approximately 472 males and 475 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Dhankar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhankar village has 252 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 192 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhankar village is about 63.57%, with male literacy at 71.40% and female literacy at 55.79%.
  • There are around 212 households in Dhankar village.

Connectivity of Dhankar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhankar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhankar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhankar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhankar

Where is Dhankar located?
Dhankar village is situated in Sirali Tehsil, within the Harda district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhankar?
Dhankar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dhankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhankar is 947, with 472 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Dhankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhankar village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhankar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhankar is 63.57%. The male literacy rate is 71.40%, while the female literacy rate is 55.79%.