Dhangawan
Dhangawan is a village located in Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Sihora (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Padwar is the gram panchayat of Dhangawan village.
Dhangawan has its own place in the vibrant Jabalpur 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 Dhangawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhangawan is 489104. The village spans a total geographical area of 353.34 hectares. Sihora is nearest town to Dhangawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhangawan 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhangawan
Population of Dhangawan
Below is a concise population overview of Dhangawan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 363 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 102 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 234 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 129 | 170 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhangawan village:
- The total population of Dhangawan village is around 688, including approximately 363 males and 325 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Dhangawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhangawan village has 63 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 198 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhangawan village is about 56.54%, with male literacy at 64.46% and female literacy at 47.69%.
- There are around 172 households in Dhangawan village.
Connectivity of Dhangawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhangawan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhangawan 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhangawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhangawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhangawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhangawan
- Where is Dhangawan located?
- Dhangawan village is situated in Sihora Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhangawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhangawan is Padwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dhangawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhangawan is 688, with 363 males and 325 females.
- How many households are there in Dhangawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhangawan village has a total of 172 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhangawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhangawan is 56.54%. The male literacy rate is 64.46%, while the female literacy rate is 47.69%.