Dhangawan - Sihora, Jabalpur
Dhangawan is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Budhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhangawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhangawan is 489104. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.34 hectares and falls under the 483334 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Patan 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 688 people, consisting of 363 males and 325 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 198 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhangawan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dhangawan
Dhangawan 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 Dhangawan
Dhangawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sihora to Dhangawan is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Dhangawan is about 71 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dhangawan
Where is Dhangawan located?
Dhangawan village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhangawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhangawan is Budhari.
What is the pincode of Dhangawan?
The pincode of Dhangawan is 483334.
What is the population of Dhangawan?
Dhangawan has a total population of 688, including 363 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Dhangawan?
There are 172 households in Dhangawan.
What is the literacy rate in Dhangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhangawan is 56.54%. Male literacy is 64.46% and female literacy is 47.69%.