Dhanodi - Chandur Railway, Amravati
Dhanodi is a village situated in the Chandur Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandur Railway and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Dhanodi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanodi is 533216. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.64 hectares and falls under the 444710 pincode. Chandur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dhanodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanodi
As per Census 2011, Dhanodi village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 654 males and 609 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,012 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,263 | 654 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 63 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 551 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 103 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanodi
Dhanodi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadgaon Bhatt (u) | East | 2.12 km |
| Supalwada | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Satefal | West | 2.86 km |
| Mambapur | East | 2.92 km |
| Sagulwada | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Ismailpur | North | 3.70 km |
| Shendurjana Kh | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Kamnapur | East | 3.86 km |
| Tiwra | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Neknanpur | North-West | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanodi
Dhanodi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dipore, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandur to Dhanodi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Dhanodi is about 40 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 Dhanodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanodi 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 Dhanodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanodi
Where is Dhanodi located?
Dhanodi village is located in Chandur Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanodi?
Dhanodi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanodi?
The pincode of Dhanodi is 444710.
What is the population of Dhanodi?
Dhanodi has a total population of 1,263, including 654 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Dhanodi?
There are 327 households in Dhanodi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanodi is 80.13%. Male literacy is 84.25% and female literacy is 75.70%.