Dhera - MAUGANJ
Dhera is a village situated in the Mauganj tehsil of MAUGANJ district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Mauganj and around 66 km from Rewa. Dhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhera is 466618. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.6 hectares and falls under the 486333 pincode. Mauganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhera
According to the 2011 Census, Dhera village had a total population of 1,371 people, including 689 males and 682 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.81%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 63.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 340, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 689 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 87 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 181 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 100 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 888 | 518 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 171 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Dhera
Dhera 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 Dhera
Dhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Mauganj to Dhera is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Dhera is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhera
Where is Dhera located?
Dhera village is located in Mauganj Tehsil, MAUGANJ district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhera?
Dhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhera?
The pincode of Dhera is 486333.
What is the population of Dhera?
Dhera had a total population of 1,371, including 689 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Dhera?
Dhera had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhera was 74.81%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 63.25%.