Dhanwahi - Ghansaur, Seoni
Dhanwahi is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 146 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Dhanwahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanwahi is 496226. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.16 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Ghansaur is the nearest town, located about 116 km away.
Dhanwahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanwahi
As per Census 2011, Dhanwahi village has a total population of 864 people, consisting of 453 males and 411 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 546 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanwahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 453 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 156 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 113 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 314 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 139 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanwahi
Dhanwahi 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 Dhanwahi
Dhanwahi 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 Ghansaur to Dhanwahi is about 116 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Dhanwahi is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanwahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanwahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanwahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanwahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhanwahi
Where is Dhanwahi located?
Dhanwahi village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanwahi?
Dhanwahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanwahi?
The pincode of Dhanwahi is 480997.
What is the population of Dhanwahi?
Dhanwahi has a total population of 864, including 453 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Dhanwahi?
There are 251 households in Dhanwahi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanwahi is 63.19%. Male literacy is 69.32% and female literacy is 56.45%.