Dhangawan - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Dhangawan is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Samadpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhangawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhangawan is 489603. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.16 hectares and falls under the 483119 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhangawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhangawan
As per Census 2011, Dhangawan village has a total population of 304 people, consisting of 160 males and 144 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhangawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 160 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 91 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 69 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Dhangawan
Dhangawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Samadpura | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Bhairoghat | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Amakhoh | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Khairi (bhairoghat) | South | 3.29 km |
| Jaruwa | North | 3.31 km |
| Pathariya | East | 3.75 km |
| Sunpura | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Imlidol | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Hathidol | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Hinotiya | South | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhangawan
Dhangawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhitoni, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Dhangawan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Dhangawan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhangawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhangawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhangawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhangawan 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 Dhangawan
Where is Dhangawan located?
Dhangawan village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhangawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhangawan is Samadpura.
What is the pincode of Dhangawan?
The pincode of Dhangawan is 483119.
What is the population of Dhangawan?
Dhangawan has a total population of 304, including 160 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Dhangawan?
There are 75 households in Dhangawan.
What is the literacy rate in Dhangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhangawan is 47.04%. Male literacy is 56.88% and female literacy is 36.11%.