Dhamnod - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dhamnod is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ahir Dhamnod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhamnod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamnod is 477153. The village covers a total geographical area of 549.98 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhamnod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhamnod
As per Census 2011, Dhamnod village has a total population of 1,737 people, consisting of 891 males and 846 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 947 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamnod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,737 | 891 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 87 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 947 | 567 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 324 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamnod
Dhamnod 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 Dhamnod
Dhamnod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kasrawad to Dhamnod is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Dhamnod is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamnod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamnod 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamnod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamnod 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 Dhamnod
Where is Dhamnod located?
Dhamnod village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamnod?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamnod is Ahir Dhamnod.
What is the pincode of Dhamnod?
The pincode of Dhamnod is 451228.
What is the population of Dhamnod?
Dhamnod has a total population of 1,737, including 891 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Dhamnod?
There are 327 households in Dhamnod.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamnod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamnod is 54.52%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 44.92%.