Dhankot - Rehti, Sehore
Dhankot is a village situated in the Rehti tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehti and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Chandpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhankot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhankot is 483565. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.23 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Rehti is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhankot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budhni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhankot
As per Census 2011, Dhankot village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 221 males and 187 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhankot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 221 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 149 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 72 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Dhankot
Dhankot 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 Dhankot
Dhankot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rehti to Dhankot is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Dhankot 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 Dhankot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhankot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhankot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhankot 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhankot
Where is Dhankot located?
Dhankot village is located in Rehti Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhankot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhankot is Chandpura.
What is the pincode of Dhankot?
The pincode of Dhankot is 466446.
What is the population of Dhankot?
Dhankot has a total population of 408, including 221 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Dhankot?
There are 90 households in Dhankot.
What is the literacy rate in Dhankot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhankot is 61.27%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 54.01%.