Dhana

Dhana is a village located in Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarwara (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Dhana village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Dhana unique in its vibrant Gadarwara-Narsimhapur region. You’ll see Dhana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dhana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhana is 490895. The village spans a total geographical area of 436.68 hectares. Gadarwara is nearest town to Dhana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhana 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 Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dhana

According to the 2011 Census, Dhana has a total population of about 1,569, with approximately 807 males and 762 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 342 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 174. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.37%, with male literacy at about 63.32% and female literacy near 44.88%. There are around 331 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,569 807 762
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 249 126 123
Scheduled Castes (SC) 342 183 159
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 174 78 96
Literate Population 853 511 342
Illiterate Population 716 296 420

Connectivity of Dhana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhana. As per the 2011 stats, Dhana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhana

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhana

Where is Dhana located?
Dhana village is situated in Gadarwara Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhana?
Dhana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhana is 1,569, with 807 males and 762 females.
How many households are there in Dhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhana village has a total of 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhana is 54.37%. The male literacy rate is 63.32%, while the female literacy rate is 44.88%.