Dhimar Dhana - Baraily, Raisen
Dhimar Dhana is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Akola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhimar Dhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhimar Dhana is 484502. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.12 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhimar Dhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhimar Dhana
As per Census 2011, Dhimar Dhana village has a total population of 526 people, consisting of 285 males and 241 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhimar Dhana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 526 | 285 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 89 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 142 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 143 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Dhimar Dhana
Dhimar Dhana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhadiya | West | 1.79 km |
| Kanhaiyapar | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Dimada | South | 2.24 km |
| Akola | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Bharkachha Khurd | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Lanjhi | North | 2.75 km |
| Gurariya | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Banspipliya | West | 2.90 km |
| Gol | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Mahragaon Khurd | North | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhimar Dhana
Dhimar Dhana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sobhapur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Dhimar Dhana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Dhimar Dhana is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhimar Dhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhimar Dhana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhimar Dhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhimar Dhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhimar Dhana
Where is Dhimar Dhana located?
Dhimar Dhana village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhimar Dhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhimar Dhana is Akola.
What is the pincode of Dhimar Dhana?
The pincode of Dhimar Dhana is 464668.
What is the population of Dhimar Dhana?
Dhimar Dhana has a total population of 526, including 285 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Dhimar Dhana?
There are 92 households in Dhimar Dhana.
What is the literacy rate in Dhimar Dhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhimar Dhana is 42.59%. Male literacy is 49.82% and female literacy is 34.02%.