Dhanapur - Chandur Railway, Amravati
Dhanapur is a village situated in the Chandur Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandur Railway and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Mandwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanapur is 533192. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.4 hectares and falls under the 444904 pincode. Chandur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dhanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanapur
As per Census 2011, Dhanapur village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 81 males and 82 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 18 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanapur
Dhanapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dilawarpur | West | 1.47 km |
| Wadgaon Rajdi | South | 2.35 km |
| Dipori | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Virul Ronghe | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Wadgaon Bajdi | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Shirajgaon Korde | West | 3.29 km |
| Lasnapur | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Amdori | North | 3.67 km |
| Tuljapur | West | 4.15 km |
| Ismailpur | South | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanapur
Dhanapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dipore, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chandur to Dhanapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Dhanapur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanapur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanapur 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 Dhanapur
Where is Dhanapur located?
Dhanapur village is located in Chandur Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanapur is Mandwa.
What is the pincode of Dhanapur?
The pincode of Dhanapur is 444904.
What is the population of Dhanapur?
Dhanapur has a total population of 163, including 81 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Dhanapur?
There are 40 households in Dhanapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanapur is 69.94%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 62.20%.